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Red Bull Pitstop Nightmare Unveiled: Secrets Behind Shockingly Slow Bahrain Grand Prix Stops

David Castro by David Castro
April 13, 2025
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Red Bull Pitstop Nightmare Unveiled: Secrets Behind Shockingly Slow Bahrain Grand Prix Stops

BAHRAIN, BAHRAIN - APRIL 13: Oracle Red Bull Racing mechanics bring Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 to the grid during the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on April 13, 2025 in Bahrain, Bahrain. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504130750 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull Pitstops Nightmare Unveiled: The Shocking Truth Behind the Bahrain Grand Prix Mishaps

Red Bull Racing faced a pitstop nightmare during the Bahrain Grand Prix, leaving fans and experts baffled by the unusually slow tire changes that cost Max Verstappen crucial time on the track. Team principal Christian Horner shed light on the issue, attributing the delays to a ‘wiring issue’ within the pit gantry that affected the operation of the traffic lights crucial for signaling drivers.

Verstappen’s misfortune began with his first pitstop, where he was left waiting for over four seconds for the release signal that never came, due to the malfunctioning traffic lights. The Dutch driver’s woes continued with a sluggish second pitstop, lasting 6.2 seconds, further compounded by a sticky right-front wheel.

Despite the setbacks, Red Bull managed to salvage a sixth-place finish, minimizing the damage in the championship standings. Horner expressed his disappointment, stating, “Not good, of course, waiting for so long and [with] two separate problems so [it was] not to our standards.”

The team initially suspected a technical error by one of the mechanics but later discovered the underlying wiring issue that plagued their pitstops. Horner emphasized the need for a thorough investigation to prevent a recurrence of such mishaps in future races.

Verstappen, who also struggled with brake issues and poor tire management during the race, lamented the series of setbacks that hindered his performance. The driver highlighted the challenges faced with overheating tires and inadequate brake feel, underscoring the need for improvements ahead of the next race in Jeddah.

Despite the setbacks in Bahrain, Red Bull remains focused on addressing their performance issues and regaining their competitive edge for the upcoming races. The team’s resilience in the face of adversity sets the stage for an intense battle in the upcoming Grand Prix events.

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