Red Bull's RB19 wasn't built for Verstappen, development driver insists

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Red Bull driver gives verdict on Verstappen RB19 bias

The world champion secured his third straight world title this year

Jay Winter

Tuesday 28 November 2023 19:57 Updated: 11:43

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Red Bull development driver Jake Dennis has dispelled the notion that the RB19 is exclusively crafted to cater to the driving style of three-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen.

Dennis, who took the wheel during FP1 at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, offered an insight that challenged the common perception surrounding the team's design philosophy.

Dennis commended Verstappen's extraordinary talent, acknowledging the Dutch driver's exceptional season.

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"Obviously, we've had an incredible season, Max especially," said Dennis on Sky Sports F1. "He is something special behind the wheel. I think obviously the Red Bull suits him extremely well.

"I don't agree when people say like, 'Oh, the car is designed for Max'. Any team goes out there to build the fastest race car possible, and then it's up to the driver to adjust to that.

"That's exactly what Red Bull have done, and Max, with the talent that he is, has done that."