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Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner believes Ferrari must go back to being a “race team” in order to stand
Since winning the Constructor’s championship in 2008, Ferrari has not been able to win any F1 championship. They had a period of dominance from 1999 to 2004, winning six consecutive titles. Despite Carlos Sainz winning the only non-Red Bull victory in 2023, Ferrari is currently in third place in the teams’ championship.
Red Bull has been successful under the leadership of Christian Horner, winning four successive title doubles with Sebastian Vettel. They disrupted Mercedes’ record run and established a new phase of dominance with Max Verstappen. In contrast, Ferrari has gone through six team bosses during the same period.
According to Horner, Ferrari’s biggest problem is its status as a national team. He believes they need to focus more on being a race team and make quick decisions. The influence of newspapers and the pressure at Ferrari also play a significant role in their struggles.
Earlier this year, Horner was close to leaving Red Bull to join Ferrari, but he ultimately decided to stay. Red Bull has since had a remarkable season, breaking records and winning the championship with several races to spare.
Verstappen’s win in Brazil also equalled Mercedes’ record for the most victories by a team in a single season, solidifying Red Bull’s dominant performance.
Forrás: Motorsport Week
