WATCH: George Russell says F1 will be ‘more exciting’ in 2023 without Max Verstappen and Red Bull
A four-way fight is predicted for the runner-up spot behind the Red Bull.
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George Russell (Left, credits: Sports Illustrated) and Max Verstappen on his Red Bull (Right, credits: Beyond The Flag)
The 2023 F1 season has turned into a one-sided affair, with Red Bull’s relentless dominance, winning every race. Leading by nearly 230 points, they’ve left rivals like Mercedes gasping for breath. George Russell and Lewis Hamilton agree; F1 would be even more thrilling if Red Bull and Max Verstappen weren’t present.
While Verstappen won the pole position for yesterday by more than eight-tenths of a second over Charles Leclerc, the difference between second and eighth in qualifying was relatively close. Lewis Hamilton recognizes the difficulty of closing the deficit, but his recent pole position at the Hungarian Grand Prix demonstrates their potential.
George Russell, sitting beside him at the fan zone, chimed in with a bold statement, “Formula One would be so exciting if Max and Red Bull weren’t here at the moment.” The context sheds light on the contrasting scenarios. Max is alone 38 points ahead of the Mercedes team and is on a seven-win streak currently.
While Red Bull’s runaway victories may have dampened the top-place contest, the fight for the runner-up spot has intensified. Mercedes, Aston Martin, and Ferrari are locked in an exhilarating tussle for the second-best team position. And lately, McLaren has joined the mix following their resurgence.
Lewis Hamilton reveals their goal for this season
George Russell gracefully acknowledges Red Bull’s impressive achievements, displaying deep respect for their outstanding performance in the championship. However, he is excited about the thrilling contest for the second-best team position, featuring Mercedes, McLarens, Ferrari, and Aston Martin.
Hamilton soon caught up with his teammate saying, “That’s the goal for us. It is to make sure that the team gets second place this year.” He expressed his gratitude towards his team for their efforts and hopes the upgrades they have brought for this race will help them in their quest for better results and eventually the runner-up spot.
Though Max Verstappen’s remarkable lead of over 110 points is impressive, fans yearn for a hard-fought battle on the track. The prospect of Red Bull potentially wrapping up both titles in just five races dims the excitement for the championship. Fans crave the thrill of unpredictability and neck-and-neck races. Red Bull’s dominance may have stifled this aspect of the sport, but the fierce second-place battle keeps spectators on the edge of their seats.
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Rohit Bhaskar
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