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Red Bull’s social media team playfully responded to Max Verstappen and his race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase after a comment from the Dutch driver sparked a response from Lewis Hamilton. Verstappen, the reigning Formula 1 World Champion, had made a light-hearted remark about his chances of winning the Chinese Grand Prix. He jokingly stated that his only shot at victory would be if his competitors “retired” during the race. This comment caught the attention of Hamilton, who questioned Verstappen’s and Lambiase’s working relationship.
The situation escalated when Hamilton voiced concerns over Verstappen’s remark after the Chinese GP weekend. He interpreted the statement as a sign of doubt in Red Bull’s ability to compete, especially with rival teams like Ferrari and Mercedes closing the gap. Additionally, Hamilton questioned whether Verstappen’s relationship with Lambiase, who has been instrumental in his success, was as smooth as it appeared, suggesting there could be some underlying tension within the Red Bull team.
In response, Red Bull’s social media team quickly reacted with a cheeky post that celebrated the bond between Verstappen and Lambiase. The message, delivered with a playful tone, served as a subtle rebuttal to Hamilton’s comments, reinforcing the strong and effective partnership between the driver and his engineer. This post quickly diffused any speculation about a strained working dynamic, showcasing that Verstappen and Lambiase continue to work well together, contributing to Verstappen’s impressive form in recent years.
Verstappen’s remark, made in the context of the Chinese GP where Red Bull faced stiff competition, was widely seen as a joke, reflecting his frustration with the tough competition rather than a lack of faith in his team’s performance. Verstappen, who has dominated F1 in recent seasons, was not expressing genuine concern about his team’s ability to compete, but rather using humor to cope with the pressure of increasingly competitive rivals.
The comments from Hamilton, although critical, underscored the immense pressure Verstappen and Red Bull face as the dominant team in F1. Despite the off-track banter, the response from Red Bull’s social media team highlighted the unity and focus within the team as they continue to pursue success on the track. The playful exchange reminded everyone that while rivalries in Formula 1 can be intense, the bond between Verstappen and his team remains solid.
