P1racenews AI automatic summary:
“One thing” for Laurent Mekies and Red Bull “to knuckle down”
Laurent Mekies’ first task as Red Bull’s new boss has been brought into the spotlight, taking over from the departed Christian Horner.
As the team principal and CEO, Mekies faces challenges such as potential driver exits, notably Max Verstappen potentially looking at other teams.
The consistent underperformance of Verstappen’s teammates remains a persistent issue for the team.
The need to keep Verstappen and address the struggles of the second driver are significant concerns for Mekies to tackle.
Achieving effective performance as a “two-car team” is crucial in challenging for the constructors’ championship.
There is a consensus that Red Bull’s car design has been heavily focused on Verstappen, potentially hindering the performance of the second driver.
Red Bull’s history of swiftly replacing underperforming drivers signals the team’s uncompromising stance on performance standards.
