P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A strategic masterclass from Red Bull at the Qatar Grand Prix
Red Bull strategy chief Hannah Schmitz made a bold decision to pit Max Verstappen under the Safety Car at the Qatar Grand Prix, which paid off with Verstappen’s seventh victory of the year. The move brought Verstappen closer to Lando Norris in the championship standings. McLaren appeared set for a 1–2 finish in Qatar until a Safety Car period reshuffled the grid. Verstappen and most of the field pitted early, gaining a time advantage during the race. McLaren’s decision not to pit created strategic challenges, ultimately costing them a potential victory. Schmitz acknowledged the difficulty McLaren faced in managing their drivers’ strategies while trying to remain fair.
