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Max Verstappen’s Red Bull Falters in Jeddah: Long Run Struggle Amidst McLaren Dominance

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 18, 2025
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Max Verstappen’s Red Bull Falters in Jeddah: Long Run Struggle Amidst McLaren Dominance

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - APRIL 18: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on April 18, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504181166 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen Displeased with Red Bull’s Performance in Jeddah

As the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix unfolds, Max Verstappen expresses dissatisfaction with Red Bull’s overall performance, emphasizing that the team is “not where I want it to be.” Despite showing improvement in one-lap pace during practice sessions, Verstappen notes that the long runs are still a struggle for the team.

After finishing ninth in FP1, Verstappen clinched the third spot in FP2, trailing the McLarens by just over a quarter of a second. The smoother track surface and lower degradation levels were expected to benefit Red Bull in terms of tire management, but Verstappen highlights that the longer stints remain challenging for the team.

“We tried some different things with the car, trying to find maybe a different direction with it, and I think we learned a lot from it,” Verstappen said. Despite acknowledging slight improvements in one-lap pace, he stresses that the long runs were “very tough” for Red Bull.

Verstappen anticipates that Red Bull will make progress overnight, but he acknowledges McLaren’s significant advantage, with Lando Norris setting a time 0.28s quicker than the world champion in FP2. Verstappen also comments on the differences in track conditions and setups compared to Bahrain, emphasizing the competitive edge McLaren currently holds.

With his teammate Yuki Tsunoda crashing during FP2 after hitting the wall at the final corner, Verstappen points out that there is still a lot of work to be done on Red Bull’s side to improve their performance.

As the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix continues, all eyes are on Red Bull to see if they can overcome their challenges and compete at the highest level against their fierce rivals in the upcoming races.

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