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Max Verstappen has revealed that watching McLaren’s onboards has contributed to his doomed attitude towards his and Red Bull’s F1 title prospects in 2025.
Max Verstappen believes that McLaren’s performance and onboards have affected his attitude towards Red Bull’s chances of winning the Formula 1 title in 2025. Despite being third in the Drivers’ Championship, he trails behind the McLaren drivers and faces a significant points gap. Verstappen won the Sprint Race in Belgium but remains realistic about his team’s ability to catch up due to car limitations compared to McLaren’s. Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko remains hopeful and determined to keep fighting for the championship, emphasizing that there are still 12 races left in the season. Verstappen expressed concern about the car’s balance and performance compared to McLaren, indicating that Red Bull’s upgrades have not fully addressed the issues he faces on the track. Ultimately, Max Verstappen has ruled out the possibility of catching up to the McLaren duo in the 2025 season, highlighting the challenges Red Bull faces in their title bid.
