P1racenews AI automatic summary:
To liken the Red Bull Formula 1 Junior Driver Programme to a classic horror film is an unusual and severe comparison to make. But events that have transpired in recent years support this.
The Red Bull Junior Driver Programme, once highly respected, has now disintegrated, leaving few viable options for its Formula 1 seats. Sergio Perez’s underperformance is jeopardizing the team’s chances in the Constructors’ Championship, raising the question of his replacement. Despite being a training ground for young drivers, Red Bull seems to have lost faith in its junior team, RB. Yuki Tsunoda, although showing promise, is not seen as a future Red Bull driver, expressing his desire to look elsewhere. The looming shadow of Max Verstappen, with his unique driving skills, has created a challenging environment for Red Bull’s young driver program. Pierre Gasly and Alex Albon’s struggles post-Ricciardo emphasize the difficulty of driving alongside Verstappen, hinting at a turbulent future for current driver, Sergio Perez.
