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Red Bull’s Helmut Marko has suggested that Sergio Perez “needs a change of climate and team” to address his ongoing F1 slump.
Marko’s recent warning and comments suggest that Sergio Perez’s future at Red Bull may be in jeopardy, as he continues to struggle alongside Max Verstappen. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner plans to discuss Perez’s poor performance at the Qatar Grand Prix, emphasizing the urgent need for him to find his form. Perez’s difficulties were evident in his 13th place qualification and subsequent crash in the sprint race, followed by three penalties and a 10th place finish in the main race. Marko agrees with former F1 driver Gerhard Berger’s suggestion that a change of team could benefit Perez, citing the struggles of previous Red Bull drivers Gasly and Albon. Marko acknowledges the possibility of Perez losing second place in the drivers’ championship to Lewis Hamilton, and states that the team is providing support rather than criticism. The next two races will be crucial in determining Perez’s future, as both he and the team recognize his current crisis.
Source: Crash
