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Red Bull’s Struggle Revealed: Max Verstappen’s Battle to Unlock RB21’s Potential

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
May 24, 2025
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Red Bull’s Struggle Revealed: Max Verstappen’s Battle to Unlock RB21’s Potential

Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - May 24, 2025 Red Bull's Max Verstappen ahead of practice REUTERS/Piroschka Van De Wouw

Max Verstappen’s Struggle: Unveiling Red Bull’s Friday Woes

Formula 1 powerhouse Red Bull faces a persistent issue that Max Verstappen is now addressing head-on. The Milton Keynes team has been grappling with underperformance on Fridays for the past year, causing significant setbacks at the start of race weekends. Despite managing to mitigate the problem at times, the struggle to fine-tune their RB21 car for optimal performance has been a recurring challenge.

Verstappen, the Dutch sensation, emphasized that Red Bull’s lackluster Fridays are not intentional. The team’s difficulty in getting the car into the right operating window has been a major hurdle. While recent upgrades have shown some progress, the issue persisted during the Monaco Grand Prix, where both Verstappen and his teammate, Yuki Tsunoda, faced challenges during practice sessions.

During the Monaco Grand Prix, Verstappen expressed his frustration, stating, “I wish I knew why the Fridays are not always great. We don’t do it on purpose, I swear.” Despite the setbacks, he acknowledged the lessons learned from previous races, particularly at Imola, which provided valuable insights for car setup and performance expectations.

The ongoing struggle for Red Bull to optimize their car setup from the outset of race weekends puts the team at a disadvantage, requiring significant adjustments leading up to qualifying and the race. The intricate balance required to unleash the full potential of the RB21 continues to be a pressing concern for the six-time constructors’ champions.

As Red Bull navigates through these challenges, all eyes are on how they will address their Friday woes and whether Verstappen can leverage his skills to overcome the obstacles posed by the RB21’s setup intricacies. With the F1 season in full swing, every practice session becomes crucial for Red Bull to secure their competitive edge against fierce rivals on the grid.

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