Max Verstappen, the reigning Formula 1 World Champion, has expressed confidence in Red Bull’s decision to promote Gianpiero Lambiase, his race engineer, to a more senior role within the team. Lambiase, who has been a crucial figure in Verstappen’s success on the track, has earned a promotion that could see him take on broader responsibilities. Despite this shift, Verstappen remains unconcerned about how it might affect their dynamic or his performance.
When asked about the potential impact of Lambiase’s promotion, Verstappen explained that the move was well-thought-out by the Red Bull team, and he trusts the decision. He emphasized that Red Bull’s internal decisions are made with careful consideration of the team’s overall performance and success. The two have built a strong working relationship over the years, and Verstappen believes that even with Lambiase taking on more senior duties, the team will continue to function smoothly.
Verstappen highlighted that while Lambiase may take on additional responsibilities, their communication during race weekends will not be affected. The Dutch driver trusts that the team will maintain the strong bond and understanding they have developed over the years, which has played a key role in his dominance on the track.
This confidence in the team’s decision-making and in Lambiase’s ability to balance his new role with his existing responsibilities suggests that Verstappen sees no disruption to their successful partnership. Red Bull has consistently shown that its internal decisions lead to positive outcomes, and this promotion appears to be no exception. With Verstappen’s trust in the process, it seems the focus remains firmly on continuing their winning ways.