Max Verstappen focuses on Constructors' Championship amid driver standings battle

Max Verstappen emphasized his lack of interest in the Drivers' Championship standings, stating he prefers to aid Red Bull in achieving third place in the Constructors' Championship. This statement was made during a press conference before the Mexico GP, where Red Bull and McLaren are tied with 355 points. Verstappen currently ranks fourth in the Drivers' standings, six points behind George Russell. Red Bull's recent performance includes back-to-back victories in Malaysia and Singapore, contributing to their rise in the standings despite earlier struggles this season. As they focus on the upcoming races, the team is also prioritizing development for their 2027 car, aiming for improvements that were not realized this year.

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