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Red Bull boss Christian Horner has said he’s “learned not to listen too much” to Toto Wolff amid his claim
Verstappen bounced back from his retirement in Australia with a dominant performance in Japan, leading a Red Bull 1-2 finish with team-mate Sergio Perez. Red Bull currently holds a 21-point lead over Ferrari in the Constructors’ Championship after Ferrari closed the gap in Melbourne. Verstappen, who has won three out of four races, holds a 13-point lead over Perez in the Drivers’ standings as he aims for a fourth title. Mercedes’ Team Principal, Toto Wolff, believes that no one will catch Verstappen this season based on his performance and car dynamics. Red Bull’s Team Principal, Christian Horner, thinks it is premature to make such bold predictions with 20 more races left in the season and takes a jab at Wolff. Both Verstappen and Perez expressed caution about Red Bull’s chances despite a front row lockout, but adjustments after a crash helped secure the team’s victory in Japan. Mercedes will not give up on the current regulations but sees a better chance of catching Red Bull with the introduction of new rules in the future.
