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Horner: Red Bull should be applauded, not criticised, over two-team ownership
The close alliance between Red Bull and its sister RB operation has recently raised concerns, with McLaren boss Zak Brown calling for F1 to reassess regulations on cooperation between competitors. Brown argues that in the era of budget caps, F1 should ensure all teams are independent to prevent unfair advantages. Despite Brown’s focus on regulations rather than actions of Red Bull and RB, Red Bull team principal Horner has defended the collaboration, highlighting the support they provided during tough times, including the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Horner emphasized Red Bull’s significant commitment to F1 and the two teams, dismissing criticisms and praising their contributions to the sport. He also noted that the relationship between Red Bull and RB is less intertwined compared to other teams with their engine manufacturers, and believes the scrutiny over RB’s progress indicates they are on the right track.
