Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on in the Paddock prior to final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 07, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)
Max Verstappen believes the feedback gathered during the 2024 Hungarian GP played a pivotal role in improving the RB20’s performance in the latter part of the season. Speaking at the drivers’ press conference in Abu Dhabi, Verstappen explained that Red Bull discovered key solutions to the car’s issues, helping turn its form around as the season progressed.
Verstappen credited the insights gained during and after the Hungarian GP as the turning point for understanding the car’s limitations and identifying the right development direction. The Dutchman, known for his passionate radio messages and candid feedback, said that while the season has been demanding, those heated discussions ultimately contributed to a better understanding of the car.
Asked about his frustrations surrounding the car mid-season, he said:
“Yeah, I mean, I think it helped that a lot came out in Hungary. And after that, yeah, we had some good chats within the team. And it never works, you know, when you're frustrated all the time because you're not going to move forward. So I think from there onwards, you know, we really worked well together and actually tried to really actively look for improvements and solutions. And it was hard to understand at times, but I think at one point we found a direction that we had to look into, and that's what we continue to do.”
