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McLaren Telemetry Data Sheds New Light on Questionable Imola Strategy

Max Verstappen won the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola on May 18, 2025, driving for Oracle Red Bull Racing.
Red Bull Racing introduced a new upgrade package aimed at closing the gap to McLaren, influencing the race strategy and outcome.
Verstappen executed a key overtake early in the race and maintained a pace advantage over both McLaren drivers, who pitted Piastri early, raising strategic questions.
Max Verstappen achieved his 65th career win, marking a fourth consecutive Imola victory and delivering Red Bull’s 100th fastest race lap during their 400th Grand Prix.
McLaren secured a double podium but strategic errors, including Piastri’s early pit stop, likely cost them a chance to challenge Verstappen for the win, leaving the championship contest open.

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Max Verstappen added another gem to his already extensive collection. The four-time world champion took a brilliant win, his fourth in a row in Imola, something no other driver has managed at this track. The Dutchman’s 65th win was the ideal way for his Red Bull Racing team to celebrate its 400th Grand Prix, to which Max also added the team’s 100th fastest race lap.Joining him on the podium were the McLaren duo of Lando Norris, second and pole s…

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