Verstappen leaves Mekies impressed: 'Then he's even more exceptional'
Co-author:Kada Sárközi
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Laurent Mekies, the new team principal of Red Bull Racing, has already worked with Max Verstappen for several weeks. The Frenchman has been quite surprised by the Red Bull Racing driver.
Laurent Mekies was appointed the new team principal of the Austrian racing team immediately after Christian Horner was dismissed from Red Bull Racing.
The Frenchman has completed two rounds with the team and Verstappen ahead the summer break
Max Verstappen already voiced his opinion on working with Mekies so far in Zandvoort. The Dutchman explained too much shouldn't be expected of Mekies too early, and implementing changes takes time.
Mekies talks about his collaboration with Verstappen
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Talking to De Telegraaf, Mekies shared his thoughts on working with the four-time world champion so far.
"After four weeks of effectively working together, I can tell you this: Max is even more extraordinary outside the car than he is inside the car. What he shows on the track is unquestionable," Mekies began.
Laurent Mekies, the new team principal of Red Bull Racing - Red Bull Contentpool
According to the Frenchman, this exceptionality is evident in Verstappen's multitasking and level of sensitivity in the car, his dedication, and being self-critical.
Furthermore, the he says the Dutchman possesses a very constructive and positive way of communicating and providing feedback.
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"As a team principal, you then want to make even more use of him," Mekies suggested.
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