P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Is there more to come from Red Bull’s new RB20? Verstappen was setting blistering lap times during long runs at the pre-season test.
“Max Verstappen has stated that Red Bull believes there is still untapped potential in their new RB20 car, which showed promising performance improvements at pre-season testing in Bahrain. The team made adjustments to their former dominant Rb19 philosophy, possibly inspired by Mercedes’ past concepts, and both Verstappen and Sergio Perez showcased strong pace on the timesheets. Red Bull demonstrated a significant advantage over their rivals during long runs, hinting at more speed to be unlocked. Verstappen highlighted the importance of maximizing the car’s potential, especially in windy conditions that can impact balance, similar to last year’s challenges with wind sensitivity in F1 cars.”
