"Newey's departure has disrupted the team's rhythm..."

IMOLA—Since the departure of legendary Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey, Max Verstappen has found victory elusive. Despite his immense talent and competitive drive, the Dutch driver has not clinched a single race win since Newey resigned. This unexpected drought has sparked speculation and raised questions about the impact of Newey's absence on Verstappen's performance.

Former F1 driver turned commentator, Martin Brundle, weighed in on the matter, stating, "Adrian Newey's departure has undoubtedly affected Red Bull's performance. Newey's designs were pivotal in Red Bull Racing's success, and his absence has left a void at the top of the leaderboard that Lando Norris can fill."

Renowned F1 analyst, David Coulthard, echoed these sentiments, noting, "Newey's departure has disrupted the team's rhythm. His innovative designs and strategic insights were instrumental in Red Bull's dominance. Verstappen is clearly feeling the impact of losing the sole reason Red Bull was even winning."

Despite the challenges, Verstappen remains optimistic about his prospects, stating, "While it's been a tough period, I have full confidence in the team's ability to bounce back. They are working hard to overcome this hurdle and so I can finally return to the top of the podium."

As one of the most successful designers in F1 history, Newey's departure has left a void in Red Bull Racing that is not easily filled. However, with Verstappen's talent and determination, coupled with the team's relentless pursuit of excellence, it's only a matter of time before we see Verstappen back in the winner's circle.