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It was a victory a long time coming, and a long time in the making for Max Verstappen and Red Bull.
Laurent Mekies has revealed that Red Bull extensively scrutinized every aspect to ensure Max Verstappen’s competitiveness and race victories this year, following challenges with RB21.
Despite the success of Verstappen winning his fourth consecutive F1 championship in RB20, issues persisted from last season’s car, leading to a 10-race winless streak.
After a difficult period, a breakthrough came at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix with a new floor introduced at Monza, significantly improving aero grip and balance for Verstappen, resulting in a dominant victory.
The technical director emphasized the unexpected performance gains from the new floor, raising hopes for competitiveness in the remaining races.
With the team’s perseverance and strategic adjustments, the focus now shifts to ensuring both Verstappen and teammate Yuki Tsunoda benefit from the new setup, particularly for the upcoming Azerbaijan race with a lower downforce approach on the long straights.
