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Red Bull technical director Pierre Wache has shared a pessimistic prediction for how the six-time constructors’ champion is looking heading into the Australian Grand Prix.
Red Bull’s technical director Pierre Waché expressed concerns over the team’s performance compared to F1 rivals after pre-season testing in Bahrain. The team faced reliability issues and was unable to complete a full race simulation. Waché acknowledged the challenges faced, stating that it is difficult to assess competitiveness at the moment. The interrupted running was costly as Red Bull sought to address previous issues with the RB21’s predecessor. Waché believes McLaren and Ferrari will lead the charge in the upcoming season, with Mercedes also expected to be strong contenders. Despite uncertainties, the team is focused on improving and staying competitive in the upcoming races.
