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Max Verstappen and Red Bull endured a difficult campaign last year but the Dutchman is hopeful his new car will offer a step forward.
Max Verstappen is optimistic about the performance of his new RB21 challenger for the upcoming F1 season, stating it “can’t be worse than last year.” Red Bull experienced challenges in the 2024 campaign, which saw them drop to third place in the constructors’ standings. Verstappen, a four-time F1 champion, expressed satisfaction with the team’s direction and emphasized the need to continue improving. Despite a difficult pre-season test, Verstappen remains positive about the early feedback from the new car and looks forward to the season opener in Australia. The team is focused on discussions and improvements to enhance the car’s performance on the track.
