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Alex Albon has admitted he was “far too much of a yes man” during his short-lived stint as a Red Bull F1 driver.
Alexander Albon, the British-Thai Formula 1 driver, earned a promotion to the Red Bull senior team after a successful stint with Toro Rosso. However, he struggled to match the performance of his teammate Max Verstappen and was eventually replaced by Sergio Perez. After serving as a reserve for Red Bull in 2021, Albon secured a full-time drive with Williams for the following season. His reputation has been revitalized with impressive performances at Williams, but he admits that he struggled with the intense pressure at Red Bull and lacked the selfishness needed to succeed. Albon now prioritizes himself more and focuses on being the best driver he can be, understanding that his success ultimately depends on putting himself first.
