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Christian Horner reveals Max Verstappen Red Bull replacement plan
Christian Horner has mentioned Oscar Piastri as his preferred replacement if Max Verstappen leaves Red Bull amid rumors of a potential move to Mercedes.
Discussions about Verstappen possibly switching teams have intensified, with Toto Wolff hinting at a possible transfer.
During the British Grand Prix media event, Horner jokingly pointed at McLaren’s Zak Brown as he identified Piastri as a top contender to replace Verstappen.
Although Horner’s comment was made in jest, Piastri’s potential move to Red Bull could disrupt the current team dynamics, leading to unexpected changes in the driver lineup.
With significant sporting regulations changes on the horizon, upcoming seasons may bring surprises in the F1 grid order, challenging the dominance of current top teams like McLaren and potentially opening doors for driver transfers.
