P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Guenther Steiner believes Max Verstappen could lose the championship if he makes further rash decisions.
Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner believes Max Verstappen’s recent “outburst” in the Hungarian Grand Prix was triggered by the driver now feeling the “pressure.” Red Bull’s performance advantage disappeared in the closing rounds prior to the summer break, with Mercedes and McLaren catching up. Despite still leading the drivers’ championship by 78 points, McLaren has closed the gap in the constructors’ standings to just 42. Verstappen’s radio outburst in Hungary marked a rare moment of frustration for him, prompting concerns within his team. Steiner suggests that Verstappen needs to adapt to the new environment of a more competitive season and understand the importance of team support. The incident in Hungary led to internal discussions within Red Bull, and a more composed Verstappen was seen in Belgium following the team’s feedback.
