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Max Verstappen will not be at fault if he fails to retain the F1 Drivers’ Championship with Red Bull, according to his father Jos.
McLaren are considered strong favorites to defend their Constructors’ title, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri well-positioned to challenge Verstappen. Red Bull, on the other hand, faces challenges after struggling with their RB20 car and starting a season without Adrian Newey’s expertise. Speculation suggests that Red Bull’s success under the current ground effect regulations may face difficulties this season. Max Verstappen’s father has stated that if Max doesn’t win his fifth championship, the blame won’t fall on Max, showing confidence in the team’s capabilities. Despite Red Bull being seen as underdogs going into the 2025 campaign, with McLaren and Ferrari potentially ahead, Helmut Marko acknowledges McLaren’s performance edge, positioning them as the current favorites in a potential four-way battle for the championship.
