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McLaren believes that Max Verstappen is now a real threat in the Formula 1 title battle, off the back of an upgrade that has unlocked something extra from the Red Bull car
McLaren considers Max Verstappen a significant threat in the Formula 1 title battle due to Red Bull’s recent performance upgrade. Despite being 94 points behind championship leader Oscar Piastri, McLaren is wary of Red Bull’s potential success streak.
Verstappen’s impressive pole positions and victories, alongside evidence of increased downforce from Red Bull’s car, have solidified McLaren’s concerns about their main rival’s competitiveness.
McLaren’s team principal, Andrea Stella, acknowledges the shift in Red Bull’s performance dynamics, indicating a wide open drivers’ title fight with Verstappen back in contention.
While Verstappen faces a points deficit to Piastri, McLaren remains cautious about underestimating the Red Bull driver’s capabilities in the remaining races. Stella highlights the complexity of managing McLaren’s championship ambitions with both Piastri and Norris in contention.
