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Max Verstappen asserts that Red Bull has not been “conservative” with the development direction the team has taken on its
Red Bull dominated F1 in 2023 with the RB19 and aims to extend its success this season, expecting rivals to emulate its design choices. The RB20 features aggressive innovations, including a unique sidepod inlet and engine cover design inspired by Mercedes. Max Verstappen praised the team’s bold approach and expressed confidence in their engineering capabilities. Although potential challenges may arise, he believes the controlled aggressiveness will pay off. The team conducted a shakedown at Silverstone, and Verstappen described the RB20 as “slippery” during the initial drive. The focus now shifts to testing in Bahrain before the season commences, where they will further evaluate the car’s performance.
