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Max Verstappen has gone from no hope of the F1 title to a major threat to McLaren in just five races.
Max Verstappen explained how Red Bull’s upgrades and changes have allowed him to run the more aggressive set-ups he desires, resulting in improved performance. After the Dutch GP, he was considerably behind championship leader Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, but now trails Piastri by 35 points, with Norris leading by only one point. Verstappen’s recent success, winning three of the last five races and finishing on the podium in others, has elevated him in the standings and increased pressure on McLaren. Reflecting on the RB21’s performance improvement, Verstappen highlighted the team’s ability to enhance the car’s front-end feel, enhancing race pace and his confidence. He emphasized the importance of finding the right balance and set-up for optimal performance, aiming to stay competitive by focusing on his own race.
