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McLaren boss Zak Brown has admitted he felt it was ‘ a shame’ to see his former rival Christian Horner recently bow out of F1.
McLaren boss Zak Brown expressed sadness over Christian Horner’s sudden departure from F1 after his removal as Red Bull team principal. Brown believes Horner’s successor, Laurent Mekies, will perform well, but lamented the circumstances of Horner’s exit. Despite their past rivalry, Brown recognizes the competitive nature of F1 and the impact of Horner’s departure on the sport.
Red Bull’s struggles have allowed McLaren to capitalize, with their drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris performing strongly. Red Bull’s disappointing season has highlighted the team’s need for change, leading to Horner’s departure.
In the drivers’ championship, Norris and Piastri are closely matched, while Red Bull’s Max Verstappen is currently in third place. McLaren’s dominance over Red Bull is evident in the constructors’ championship, with McLaren holding a significant lead over their rivals. The upcoming race in Hungary will provide further insights into the evolving dynamics of the F1 season.
