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Max Verstappen has denied there is a correlation between the team’s demise in competitiveness and Formula 1 design guru Adrian Newey announcing he will depart. Red Bull began the campaign appearing untouchable once again as Verstappen headed three 1-2 finishes with team-mate Sergio Perez across the opening four races. But Red Bull’s advantage earlier in […]
In the opening races of the season, Red Bull enjoyed a strong start with Max Verstappen leading the team to three 1-2 finishes alongside Sergio Perez. However, their early advantage has dwindled in recent races, with Lando Norris securing a commanding win over Verstappen at Zandvoort. Verstappen has been vocal about his struggles with the car’s balance, especially since the introduction of upgrades. Despite speculations about Adrian Newey’s departure affecting the team’s performance, Verstappen has dismissed any direct correlation, stating that the car’s performance should not be immediately impacted. Amidst off-track drama and internal turmoil, Verstappen remains focused on working with the engineers to find solutions for the team’s current challenges. Despite a winless streak and recent setbacks, Verstappen remains determined to overcome the obstacles and improve the team’s performance moving forward.
