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Horner launches ‘Pink Mercedes’ defence over Red Bull F1 alliance
Red Bull team principal, Christian Horner, has emphasized that there will not be a reoccurrence of the “Pink Mercedes” controversy. This is due to the increased collaboration between Red Bull and their sister team, AlphaTauri, which is set to be strengthened in 2024. The controversy refers to Racing Point’s car design in 2020, which drew similarities with Mercedes’ championship-winning car from 2019, leading to accusations of copying. Horner aims to ensure that Red Bull and AlphaTauri’s collaboration remains within the boundaries of the regulations and avoids any potential controversy in the future. This closer partnership will likely result in shared technology and resources between the two teams, enhancing their overall performance on the track.
