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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has hinted the team could make a change to its 2025 Formula 1 driver line-up, despite the choice to retain Sergio Perez past the break. Red Bull’s decision to give Perez a multi-term contract renewal last month appeared to have secured the squad’s driver pairing through F1’s regulation change in […]
Red Bull recently renewed Sergio Perez’s contract, seemingly securing their driver lineup through F1’s regulation change in 2026. However, Perez’s performance has not improved, and Red Bull boss Christian Horner expressed concerns about his sustainability. Despite discussions about his position, Perez will continue to drive alongside Max Verstappen after the summer break. The decision also means that Daniel Ricciardo will stay with Red Bull, with potential for changes in the future. Red Bull is focusing on helping Perez return to his previous form, while also considering younger talents like Liam Lawson for future opportunities. Horner emphasized the team’s commitment to supporting Perez and analyzing his recent struggles to improve his performance.
