P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull has slipped back in the F1 pecking order in recent rounds and now see its F1 championship leads in danger.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko refuted claims that Adrian Newey’s departure is the main cause of the team’s recent lackluster performances. Despite Newey’s announcement of stepping back from the RB20 car, Red Bull’s early season strength has dwindled as McLaren closed in on the championship lead. Marko emphasized that Newey’s exit is not directly responsible for the team’s decline, attributing the issues to other factors. While Max Verstappen expressed doubts about winning both titles this year, Marko remains optimistic that Red Bull can address their concerns and regain competitiveness. The team’s focus is now on finding the right vehicle balance to restore predictability and driver confidence, despite the challenge posed by numerous new car parts introduced during the season.
