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Red Bull Chief Dismisses Verstappen’s ‘Despair’: A Comeback is Still Possible in F1!

David Castro by David Castro
August 22, 2025
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Red Bull Chief Dismisses Verstappen’s ‘Despair’: A Comeback is Still Possible in F1!

SPA, BELGIUM - JULY 26: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on prior to the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on July 26, 2025 in Spa, Belgium. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202507260834 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen’s Gloomy Prediction: Will Red Bull Rebound or Face Total Collapse?

In a stunning turn of events, Max Verstappen has cast a shadow over Red Bull Racing’s future, declaring that victory may be out of reach for the remainder of the F1 season. The reigning champion’s ominous statement follows a dismal performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix, where he struggled to find his footing, ultimately winding up in ninth place and earning a mere two points. This setback leaves him an astonishing 97 points behind in the title race, effectively sidelining his championship aspirations for this year.

Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies isn’t buying into Verstappen’s dire outlook. In a bold response, he dismissed the Dutchman’s claims, asserting that the Hungarian weekend was an anomaly rather than a true reflection of their capabilities. “It was a tough weekend, but what you saw does not represent where the car is at all,” Mekies stated emphatically, challenging the narrative of a faltering Red Bull.

Despite Verstappen’s frustrations with the RB21, which he described as troublesome, Mekies remains optimistic. He acknowledged that while the McLaren team showcased superior speed, particularly at the historic Spa-Francorchamps, there remain glimmers of hope for Red Bull. “We accept we are probably not very strong on tracks like the Hungaroring, but what we witnessed today is outstanding and an outlier,” he insisted.

Mekies characterized the challenging experience in Hungary as “difficult” and “uncomfortable,” but he emphasized the importance of growth through adversity. He believes that lessons learned from such weekends could be invaluable as the season progresses. “As difficult and uncomfortable as it is, fundamentally, you learn through those sorts of weekends,” he noted. “It’s better to have them early on.”

With ten races remaining in the season, Mekies is adamant that Red Bull can harness the lessons from Hungary to enhance their performance moving forward. “We still have a lot of things we can learn, as Hungary showed. So, let’s see,” he added, hinting at a potential resurgence.

The clock is ticking as the F1 season draws on, and the pressure is mounting for Red Bull to reclaim their dominance. Can Verstappen shake off his pessimism and lead the charge, or are we witnessing the beginning of a dramatic downfall for the six-time constructors’ champions? Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as the remaining races unfold, hoping for a thrilling turnaround in the face of adversity.

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