At the Miami Grand Prix, Max Verstappen secured pole position, but finished fourth in the race, nearly 40 seconds behind the winner, Oscar Piastri in the McLaren.
Two weeks later, Verstappen not only beat the McLaren drivers comfortably at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, but also displayed better tyre wear and strategic skills throughout the race.
The turnaround at Imola was attributed to Red Bull’s performance improvements, including optimized aero and better tyre temperature management, as well as McLaren potentially missing the mark with their upgrades.
Red Bull’s upgrades for the European season, coupled with Verstappen’s driving skills, allowed them to outperform McLaren at Imola and secure a convincing win.
Overall, the race at Imola showcased Red Bull’s progress and dominance, thanks to their improved aerodynamics and strategic decisions that outperformed McLaren on the track.
