P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen has said the team “don’t need to panic” after going on a winless run of five races amid balance issues at the Dutch Grand Prix. Launching well off the line on Sunday, Verstappen grabbed the holeshot from polesitter Lando Norris but eventually succumbed to a 20s deficit to the winning McLaren […]
Verstappen had a strong start on Sunday, taking the lead from Norris but couldn’t keep up and finished behind the McLaren driver. He acknowledged the struggles with his car’s balance throughout the weekend. Despite a winless streak, Verstappen remains calm, focusing on improving the situation. The challenging balance issues are leading to slower performance and increased tire degradation. Red Bull’s recent difficulties contrast with their strong start in the 2024 season, raising concerns for the reigning champion.