Max Verstappen admitted that Red Bull now operates with no margin for error in its quest for the 2024 world championship. The Dutch driver acknowledged that Red Bull’s advantage over its competitors has diminished, as previously they could make some mistakes and still have a chance of victory . However, the situation has changed and Verstappen emphasized that the team can no longer afford to make even the slightest mistake.
During a press interview, Verstappen was asked if the difficult circumstances of this season have made the competition more exciting for him. He responded by stating that, in fact, he has become more defiant compared to the beginning of the season. Other teams have made significant improvements and closed the gap to Red Bull, so it is imperative to avoid mistakes at this stage.
Despite facing these difficulties, Verstappen highlighted the excitement of racing and emphasized that even with minor mistakes, he managed to emerge victorious. However, he stressed the importance of remaining vigilant and not allowing mistakes, no matter how small, to occur in the future. Intense competition means every little detail is crucial for Red Bull.
Verstappen also spoke about the importance of accumulating a substantial amount of points to prevent other teams from catching up. He acknowledged that competition will be even tougher in the future. Furthermore, Verstappen took into consideration the performance of his teammate and his impact on the title fight.
The Dutch driver explained that as long as Red Bull continues to win and score 25 points for each victory, it will not lose much ground in the standings, even if other teams finish in second or third place. This means they can afford the occasional setback, such as Checo’s withdrawal in Canada, without significantly affecting their overall position. Red Bull’s main objective is to maintain its winning streak.
In conclusion, Verstappen emphasized that Red Bull is currently in a critical phase where they cannot afford to make any mistakes, no matter how small, unless one of their drivers achieves a victory. Red Bull fans would love to see both drivers taking first and second place in the races, as they did earlier in the season. This would not only gain valuable points for the team, but would also widen the gap between them and the second-place team.
