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Max Verstappen suffered a surprise retirement in Australia last year following a bizarre fire, but is hopeful to perform well in Melbourne to kickstart his title defence.
Max Verstappen has expressed hope for Red Bull’s improvement during the upcoming F1 season after facing testing issues in Bahrain, mentioning they have ideas on how to solve problems. Verstappen does not consider himself the favorite for the 2025 title, with Lando Norris viewed as a potential champion. Despite the challenges, Verstappen is optimistic about the team’s progress and is excited to kick off the season in Melbourne. Liam Lawson is set for his first full F1 season, having benefited from a complete pre-season for the first time. Lawson views the Australian Grand Prix as a home race and is determined to make a strong start for Red Bull. Excited for the new season, Lawson aims to give his best performance and build strong relationships within the team.
