Red Bull Racing's Unprecedented Dominance in the 2023 F1 Season
In the world of Formula 1, 2023 has been the year of Red Bull Racing, a season marked by record-breaking performances. Let’s dive into how Red Bull has rewritten the history books this year.
The Unbeatable RB19
Red Bull's RB19 has become a legend in its own right. This engineering marvel has claimed victory in 21 out of 22 races in 2023, achieving a win percentage of 95.6%, surpassing the iconic McLaren MP4/4 of 1988.
Red Bull Racing set a new record for the most consecutive race wins in Formula 1 history. This achievement was highlighted when they secured their 12th consecutive win at the Hungarian Grand Prix, showcasing the dominance of the RB19 during the season. The team continued their dominant performance by finishing a total of 14 races in a row with victories.
The team just missed out to win every race in a season, something that has never been achieved by any team in F1 history. There was one race they didn't win - the Singapore Grand Prix. If they had won that one too, it would've been an amazing record of winning every single race in the season.
While Perez did finish second in the championship, his performance wasn't as strong as it could have been. He had some trouble in qualifying and wasn't as fast as Verstappen in the races. Even though he helped the team, it was really Verstappen who was the main reason Red Bull did so well this season. Perez was reliable, but he didn't challenge Verstappen much. This season showed that he needs to step up his game to keep up with the high standards of Formula 1.
The Phenomenal Rise of Max Verstappen
The spotlight undoubtedly shines on Max Verstappen, the driving force behind Red Bull's success. Since his first championship win in 2021, Verstappen has been on a winning spree, clinching 34 victories in 44 races. His performance in 2023 has been nothing short of spectacular, with a record 19 wins in a season, pushing his win percentage to an astonishing 86.4%.
With such a commanding lead, Red Bull might shift its focus to the 2024 car early, giving them a strategic edge for the upcoming season. As we watch Red Bull Racing make history, one thing is clear, they're not just competing; they're redefining the standards of excellence in Formula 1.
Red Bull finished the season with a massive 860 points. This was way ahead of the second place team, Mercedes, who finished with 409 points, and the third place team, Ferrari, with 406 points. This huge point difference really shows just how much Red Bull dominated this season.
