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Red Bull’s Formula 1 car being unsettled when mounting kerbs during the Monaco Grand Prix has exposed a correlation problem, according to advisor Helmut Marko. With Ferrari and McLaren providing a sterner challenge in recent races, Max Verstappen heeded caution regarding Red Bull’s prospects coming into the race weekend. The Dutchman appeared to be on […]
Max Verstappen approached the race weekend with caution due to stiffer competition from Ferrari and McLaren. During practice, Red Bull struggled to find an optimal balance, lagging behind its rivals. Although Verstappen seemed poised for a ninth pole position, he made a mistake on his final lap. He criticized the car for its lack of suspension, making it challenging to handle bumps and kerbs. Red Bull’s simulator issues with kerbs have been ongoing since 2022, hindering their performances. Verstappen acknowledged that certain tracks, like Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Canada, will continue to expose Red Bull’s vulnerability.
