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Max Verstappen has admitted Red Bull’s balance issues in 2024 had a lingering impact on the development of the team’s RB21 F1 car.
Max Verstappen has acknowledged the impact of Red Bull’s balance issues in 2024 on the development of the RB21 Formula 1 car. Despite a strong start to the season, Red Bull faced challenges from McLaren and had to defend Verstappen’s crown. Verstappen secured his fourth world title at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, but Red Bull lost the Constructors’ Championship to McLaren. Balance problems from the previous season continued to affect the team’s car development, leading to ongoing struggles. Verstappen remains realistic about their chances at upcoming tracks like Silverstone and Spa, admitting that matching McLaren’s performance may be out of reach.
