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Legendary commentator Martin Brundle has called on the other nine F1 teams to “get their act together” to “put some pressure” on Max Verstappen in 2024.
In 2023, Max Verstappen had an exceptional season in Formula 1, winning 19 out of 22 races and securing the championship with a remarkable 290-point lead. Red Bull’s dominance was only interrupted by their failure to win the Singapore Grand Prix. While some teams, such as Aston Martin and McLaren, showed progress throughout the season, they were unable to challenge Red Bull consistently. On a Sky Sports F1 review show, commentator Martin Brundle expressed his hope for the 2024 season, wishing for Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren, and other teams to step up and put pressure on Verstappen. He believed that when the regulations remain unchanged, closer competition often follows. However, he acknowledged that the next major regulation change would occur in 2026, potentially allowing Red Bull to continue their dominant phase until then. Co-commentator Naomi Schiff also shared the sentiment, emphasizing the desire for more race winners and teams competing for the top podium spots to increase excitement in the sport.
