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Red Bull’s driver dilemma: can Max Verstappen’s dominance be the team’s downfall?

Redação by Redação
November 27, 2025
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Red Bull’s driver dilemma: can Max Verstappen’s dominance be the team’s downfall?

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - NOVEMBER 22: Race winner Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing celebrates with his team after the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 22, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202511230616 // Usage for editorial use only //

Title: Red Bull’s Second Driver Crisis: Is Verstappen the Real Problem?

As the high-octane world of Formula 1 races towards the climax of the 2025 season, the spotlight shifts to Red Bull Racing, where reigning champion Max Verstappen is left in suspense about who will join him for the upcoming season. With just two races remaining, Yuki Tsunoda has endured a tumultuous year, having been thrust into the role of Verstappen’s teammate after only two races, thanks to the team’s swift dismissal of Liam Lawson. This decision has not only put Tsunoda in the hot seat but has also spotlighted a glaring issue within the Red Bull operation.

The numbers tell a staggering story: Verstappen has amassed an astonishing 366 of Red Bull’s total 391 points this season, effectively transforming the team into a one-man show. As whispers grow louder about Tsunoda’s precarious position, the question on every fan’s mind is: can simply replacing him solve the deeper, systemic issues plaguing Red Bull’s second driver situation?

The harsh reality is that the problem may lie not with the drivers themselves but with the very structure of Red Bull Racing. Historically geared towards Verstappen since his entry into the team, Red Bull has cultivated an environment that seems to favor the Dutch superstar to the detriment of his teammates. New team principal Laurent Mekies has indeed made adjustments, allowing Verstappen to have more say in the car’s setup. But this has only exacerbated the existing tensions: how can any driver thrive when the car is designed around one individual’s unique driving style?

Former Red Bull driver Sergio Perez, who was unceremoniously dropped last year, has shed light on this dilemma. He articulated a crucial point: “All the drivers who have arrived and those who will arrive will continue to have the same problems because it is a very complex car to drive, in which you have to constantly adapt to Verstappen’s style.” This insight offers a sobering perspective: the relentless pursuit of performance tailored to Verstappen risks creating a revolving door of second drivers, each failing to meet expectations.

F1 legend Martin Brundle even jested that Red Bull might as well formally declare themselves a one-man team, a sentiment that resonates with the current predicament. With new regulations looming on the horizon, Red Bull faces a critical crossroads. Should they continue to craft a car that caters exclusively to their star driver, or should they pivot to a more universally adaptable design that could accommodate a future teammate? The stakes couldn’t be higher.

Opting for the latter could lead to catastrophic consequences, including the potential loss of Verstappen to a rival team eager to harness his unparalleled talent. Imagine the fallout if Red Bull finds themselves scrambling to rebuild their roster, all while their former champion vies for glory with a competitor. The list of drivers whose careers have been derailed by Red Bull is long and tragic, highlighting the dangers of their current trajectory.

As the tension mounts and the 2025 season nears its conclusion, Red Bull Racing must grapple with the reality of their situation. The future of their second driver seat may not be solved by simply sacking Tsunoda; it could well require a fundamental shift in how they approach team dynamics and car design. Will they rise to the occasion, or will they continue to drown in their own success, leaving a trail of frustrated talent in their wake? The world of Formula 1 watches and waits, with bated breath, for the next move in this high-stakes game.

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