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Perez’s race compromised by tear-off stuck in RB20 F1 car floor
Sergio Perez started the Melbourne race in sixth place after receiving a three-place penalty. Despite losing a position at the start, he managed to finish fifth. Post-race, the team discovered that a tear-off had caused a significant imbalance in the car’s performance. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner praised Perez’s strong pace during the race, especially on hard tires. However, the tear-off incident resulted in a loss of downforce, affecting the car’s overall performance significantly. Perez suggested that the track in Albert Park might not suit Red Bull’s strengths, indicating a need to address underlying issues. Horner acknowledged that Ferrari might have had an edge even without Perez’s grid penalty, emphasizing the sensitivity of car performance in Formula 1.
