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Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko has explained the team has a fundamental flaw, which is causing issues on track.
Red Bull Racing’s Dr. Helmut Marko has disclosed a significant issue the team is facing as their competitors are gaining ground. The 81-year-old pointed out that there is a disparity between the simulator data and the actual on-track performance of the team, especially when it comes to tackling kerbs. Despite a challenging start to the season, Max Verstappen managed to secure pole position in Imola, eventually winning the race but facing tough competition from McLaren’s Lando Norris. On the other hand, teammate Sergio Perez struggled in qualifying, starting further back on the grid and facing difficulties during the races. The team’s woes continued in Monaco, with Perez starting from P18 after being eliminated in Q1, while Verstappen’s pole streak came to an end as he settled for P6. Looking ahead, Marko highlighted the need to address the car’s bounciness issue for upcoming races like in Barcelona, emphasizing the importance of rekindling their past performance levels.
