Verstappen’s victory in Sepang should serve as a warning to Red Bull’s rivals
Improvements to the car are paying off as the team look to lay the groundwork for renewed success next season
TL;DR
- Max Verstappen achieved a dominant victory in the Bahrain Grand Prix with a significantly improved Red Bull car, the RB22.
- Early in the season, the RB22 lacked pace, balance, and consistency, hindering Verstappen's performance and championship hopes.
- Major upgrades introduced in Miami, Austria, and Baku progressively enhanced the car's capabilities.
- The latest upgrades allowed the RB22 to be competitive in speed, handling, and tire management, addressing previous weaknesses.
- Red Bull's progress is seen as a collective team effort, building their own engine and delivering a win.
- The team aims to use the remaining races to gather data for development of the 2027 car.
- Rival teams acknowledge Red Bull's potential when starting the season strong.