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The limitations of this year’s Red Bull are really holding back Max Verstappen, as explained here by team boss Christian Horner.
Christian Horner has provided insight into the reasons behind Max Verstappen’s inconsistent performance, which has allowed Red Bull’s F1 rivals to catch up in the championships. Despite Verstappen’s strong start with four wins in the first five races, he has only won three of the last nine and none of the last four, marking his longest winless streak since late 2020. Red Bull has struggled to develop this year’s car effectively, failing to match the success of their dominant 2020 season. Horner acknowledged that McLaren’s car currently has a broader operating window compared to Red Bull’s peaky window, making it challenging for both engineers and drivers. Although Red Bull introduced upgrades before the summer break, Verstappen remains frustrated with the car’s performance and knows the team must work hard to address the issues and broaden the car’s operating window for the remaining races.
