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Red Bull explains if its new upgrades at Spa were successful or not.
Red Bull’s new upgrade package for the Belgian Grand Prix has shown a clear performance boost, but has not fully addressed the RB21’s ongoing balance issues. The team introduced significant updates at Spa-Francorchamps, affecting areas such as the front wing, sidepod inlet, engine cover, and suspension. While Max Verstappen won the sprint race, he lacked the speed to compete for the grand prix victory, finishing fourth. The RB21 has faced balance challenges throughout the season, limiting Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda’s ability to unleash the car’s full potential. Red Bull has scored 192 points after 13 races, trailing McLaren’s impressive 516 points. Team principal Laurent Mekies acknowledged the upgrades’ positive impact on performance but highlighted the need for further improvements due to persistent balance issues. Mekies, attending his first race as team principal at the Belgian GP, praised the team’s professionalism and commitment to excellence.
