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Max Verstappen’s stunning triumph masks Red Bull’s hidden 2025 performance crisis

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
December 19, 2025
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Max Verstappen’s stunning triumph masks Red Bull’s hidden 2025 performance crisis

AUSTIN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 19: Race winner Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of United States at Circuit of The Americas on October 19, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202510200016 // Usage for editorial use only //

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Title: Unveiling the Hidden Cracks: Max Verstappen and the Troubling Truth Behind Red Bull’s 2025 RB21

In the high-octane world of Formula 1, where victory is often dictated by split-second decisions and razor-thin margins, the true performance of Red Bull’s RB21 during the tumultuous 2025 season presents a perplexing narrative. Contrary to the glittering facade of championship glory, a closer inspection reveals a car grappling with significant issues that could spell trouble for the future.

At the outset of the season, the RB21 showcased a competitive spirit, but the initial enthusiasm quickly faded as it became apparent that Red Bull was not quite on the same level as McLaren. The Japanese Grand Prix was a rare exception, where the RB21 found its footing on the challenging Suzuka circuit, favoring long, sweeping corners and technical layouts that enhanced grip. Yet, outside these specific conditions, the car struggled, particularly on tracks demanding rapid directional changes. Verstappen himself lamented this loss of balance, a crisis that had reportedly haunted the team since the previous season.

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Laurent Mekies, a key figure at Red Bull, shed light on this predicament, revealing that the focus of development for the RB21 was less about enhancing performance and more about identifying past failures. Such a strategy raises eyebrows: was the team merely patching holes rather than building a fortress?

The much-anticipated floor upgrade for the Italian Grand Prix offered a glimmer of hope, suggesting that the RB21’s performance could align with simulation data across varied tracks and conditions. However, the reality proved starkly different. At Interlagos, a circuit seemingly well-suited for the car’s strengths, the performance faltered dramatically, contradicting expectations and leaving fans scratching their heads.

As the season progressed, it became clear that the adjustments made after the summer break, aside from the revolutionary changes at Monza, failed to deliver the desperately needed performance boost. The RB21 remained a capricious beast, its behavior more predictable yet still temperamental. This evolution, while marginally positive, did little to mask the underlying issues. The car displayed a concerning similarity to its predecessor, with a gradual decline in performance that, while less pronounced towards the season’s end, starkly contrasted with McLaren’s dominance.

The irony is palpable: had Max Verstappen clinched the drivers’ title, it would have been a superficial triumph, overshadowing the deep vulnerabilities embedded within the RB21 project. With the MCL39 outpacing it in raw performance, the troubling truth is that Red Bull’s once-mighty chassis is now showing signs of wear and tear, leaving fans and analysts alike to wonder what the future holds for this storied team.

As the dust settles on the 2025 season, one thing is certain—Verstappen’s skill has masked serious flaws within Red Bull. The question now looms: can the team address these critical shortcomings before they spiral into an insurmountable crisis? The road ahead is fraught with uncertainty, and the eyes of the racing world are keenly focused on how Red Bull will respond.

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