P1racenews AI automatic summary:
You have to wonder just how much of an effect all the infighting has had on the team.
Former F1 driver Felipe Massa expresses concerns over the internal conflicts within Red Bull impacting Max Verstappen’s bid for the drivers’ title this season. The team faced controversy at the start of the season when team principal Christian Horner was accused of misconduct by a female employee, sparking a rift within the team. With key personnel departing the team, Red Bull has lost its constructors’ championship lead to McLaren. Despite Verstappen’s strong performance, he faces pressure from Lando Norris in the title race. Massa emphasizes the negative effects of internal politics on team dynamics and believes McLaren could clinch the championship. Internal conflicts within a team, as observed from his time at Ferrari, can be detrimental and hinder success.
