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Red Bull took a huge gamble with Max Verstappen’s car at the British Grand Prix, which backfired for the team.
Christian Horner has explained the outcome of Red Bull’s risky decision to alter Max Verstappen’s car setup for the British Grand Prix. Despite struggling in practice, Verstappen and the team opted for a low-downforce configuration, allowing him to secure pole position with superior straight-line speed. However, the gamble backfired when heavy rain arrived, causing Verstappen to struggle with rear downforce and ultimately spin during the race. Despite a valiant effort to recover and finish fifth, the Dutch driver now faces a 69-point deficit in the championship standings. Horner admitted that the team misjudged the weather conditions and the performance of their rivals, highlighting the challenges they faced during the race. He acknowledged that Red Bull’s decision to prioritize speed over stability ultimately cost them a podium finish in the race.
