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Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff has contended that Christian Horner was attempting to “stir the shit up” with his claim that Red Bull might court George Russell. Red Bull’s second driver conundrum has fallen under the spotlight again this season as Sergio Perez‘s issues have seen it squander a points advantage over McLaren. The […]
Red Bull is facing a driver conundrum this season as Sergio Perez’s performance issues have cost the team valuable points, putting it behind McLaren. Despite discussions about Perez’s future during the summer break, he was ultimately granted a reprieve due to his contract through 2026. Daniel Ricciardo may not be making a desired return to the senior Red Bull team, with speculations that Red Bull reserve driver Liam Lawson could potentially take his place. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner hinted that Lawson might assume a more prominent role, as Ricciardo was seen as an insurance option if Perez were to underperform. Horner emphasized Red Bull’s commitment to results and willingness to look beyond their development program for talented drivers, mentioning George Russell as a possible candidate for the future. However, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff asserted that Russell will remain with Mercedes and not move to Red Bull, dismissing speculations stirred by Horner as part of the game.
