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F1 team principal Laurent Mekies has opened the door to signing talent from Red Bull’s rival ranks if necessary.
Red Bull F1 team principal Laurent Mekies is open to signing talent from rival teams following several key staff departures.
The team has seen significant changes since their successful period with Max Verstappen, losing key members from their technical department.
Notable departures include Adrian Newey, Christian Horner, and now Gianpiero Lambiase, Verstappen’s race engineer.
Although Lambiase will not immediately join McLaren, he is set to become their chief racing officer by 2028.
Mekies emphasized the importance of retaining, developing, and attracting top talent within Red Bull, both internally and potentially from other teams.
He is willing to look beyond the team for specific skills or experience, as seen with recent appointments, while also focusing on promoting internal talent to continue their success.
