US EditionMax Verstappen's Secret Contribution Revealed by Red Bull Team Boss
Max Verstappen led Red Bull Racing to a commanding win at Monza, creating a 20-second gap over McLaren amid strategic setup changes under new leadership.
- Max Verstappen secured victory at the Italian Grand Prix held on September 7, 2025, in Monza, dominating the race with a lead approaching 20 seconds over the McLaren team.
- This victory came shortly after Laurent Mekies replaced Christian Horner as Red Bull team principal before the summer break, marking the first win under Mekies' leadership.
- Mekies credited the team’s adjustments based on last year's Monza race and Verstappen’s persistence on car setup, which improved car balance and race pace notably.
- Verstappen said they had struggled with unpredictable car setups earlier this season but praised the new approach of mixing simulation data with driver feedback for a more drivable car.
- The result suggests Mekies’ engineering-led leadership and collaborative setup strategy have restored Red Bull’s competitive edge and improved team morale in the post-Horner era.
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Max Verstappen’s Secret Contribution Revealed by Red Bull Team Boss
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