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Red Bull Racing is facing mounting concerns after Max Verstappen struggled during practice sessions at the Australian Grand Prix, falling behind the Racing Bulls team. This unexpected turn of events has reportedly led to “stern conversations” within the Red Bull camp as they work to address performance issues with the RB21 car.
Despite coming into the 2025 season as the dominant force in Formula 1, Red Bull has encountered persistent handling problems, particularly over kerbs and bumps—a weakness carried over from the previous year. While Verstappen remains optimistic, admitting that Red Bull is “not the quickest at the moment,” he also believes the team can turn things around quickly.
Adding to the frustration, Racing Bulls—Red Bull’s sister team—delivered a stronger performance than expected, putting additional pressure on the reigning champions. Former F1 driver Karun Chandhok suggested that such results would inevitably spark difficult discussions within Red Bull, especially considering the team’s high standards and desire to maintain its dominance.
The struggles in Melbourne highlight concerns about whether Red Bull can maintain its edge over rivals like Mercedes, Ferrari, and McLaren. The team is working to resolve technical issues, but with other teams making significant progress, the competition is tightening.
Verstappen, a four-time world champion, will be hoping for rapid improvements before the race, as Red Bull looks to reaffirm its place at the front of the grid. However, with Racing Bulls proving to be a genuine threat, the internal dynamics at Red Bull will be closely watched as the season progresses.
For now, the team must find solutions quickly—otherwise, Verstappen and Red Bull could be in for a much tougher season than anticipated.
