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McLaren CEO Zak Brown expects his team’s F1 rivalry with Red Bull to be healthier following Christian Horner’s departure, as he believes things had gone “too far” between them
McLaren CEO Zak Brown believes the team’s Formula 1 rivalry with Red Bull will be healthier after Christian Horner’s departure, feeling things escalated too much in the past. Brown recently met privately with new Red Bull principal Laurent Mekies, a move signaling a different dynamic between the teams.
Brown expressed happiness with Mekies’ role, stating he likes him and anticipates healthier competition on the track. He acknowledged the need for some politicking in the sport but stressed the importance of maintaining a respectful line.
Reflecting on recent tense relations, Brown felt the interaction with Red Bull had gone too far previously. He expects a shift towards a more competitive but friendly rivalry similar to McLaren’s battles with Ferrari and Mercedes.
Brown believes a positive relationship with rivals benefits not just McLaren but also the sport of Formula 1 as a whole, promoting a higher level of cooperation and competition.
