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Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies lavished praise on a decisive Max Verstappen drive after he won F1’s Las Vegas GP.
Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies praised Max Verstappen for his impressive drive during the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, where he secured his sixth win of the season at the Las Vegas Strip Circuit.
Verstappen’s decisive move on Lap 1 to take the lead was highlighted as the turning point of the race by Mekies. He commended Verstappen’s flawless instincts and ability to capitalize on opportunities.
Despite initial pressure from George Russell and Lando Norris, Verstappen managed to maintain his lead by protecting his tires and executing a strong final stint on Hard tires.
The Dutch driver’s strategic decision to stay out and maintain his pace ultimately paid off as he secured victory in a closely contested race.
Mekies also acknowledged the team’s critical decision-making during the race, particularly when deciding whether to pit to cover off Russell’s undercut attempt.
