Inside Red Bull's rocket ship – How its remarkable dominance was achieved

LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - OCTOBER 06: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull

Crossing the line in Japan to take his 13th win of the season, and in so doing seal a sixth constructors’ title for Red Bull, Max Verstappen paid tribute to the car that had taken the team to 15 wins from 16 races.

That machine also looks set to carry the Dutchman to his third straight title this weekend in Qatar.

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Inside Red Bull's rocket ship – How its remarkable dominance was achieved

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