In one way it’s business as usual for Red Bull entering into 2025, with Max Verstappen again ready to defend his title after sealing his fourth consecutive World Championship. But in other respects the picture has changed dramatically from this time last year, given the departures of some high-profile figures within the team as well as the arrival of a new driver – and not to mention the loss of the Constructors’ Championship. Here’s the lowdown on the Milton Keynes-based outfit ahead of the campaign…
Drivers for 2025
Max Verstappen #1: 4 World Championships, 63 Grand Prix wins, 112 podiums, 40 pole positions, 3023.5 points, 209 starts
Liam Lawson #30: 6 points, best finish of P9, 11 starts
It’s season number 10 as a Red Bull driver for Max Verstappen, who arrives into the campaign having taken perhaps his most hard fought Drivers’ Championship yet.
This achievement has elevated the Dutchman even further into the upper echelons of the record books, making him one of only six drivers to score four World Championships while his victory tally of 63 has put him third in the all-time list.
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He may not have enjoyed the dominance of 2023 last year, but Verstappen truly showed his mettle and remains a fierce opponent for those hoping to challenge him.
Meanwhile it’s all change on the other side of the garage. Following the exit of Sergio Perez after a tough season for the Mexican, Liam Lawson has been promoted after impressing during his previous super-sub stints for Racing Bulls. Given the loss of the Constructors’ Championship last time out, the pressure will be on the New Zealander to help the team bounce back.