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Red Bull team principal Christian Horner admits the decision to replace Daniel Ricciardo with Liam Lawson is due to uncertainty over Sergio Perez’s claim to his seat in 2025. Ricciardo made his fin…
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner explains the decision to switch Daniel Ricciardo with Liam Lawson, citing uncertainty regarding Sergio Perez’s future at the team in 2025. Ricciardo completed his final race for RB in Singapore, while Lawson is set to compete in the remaining six grands prix of the F1 season. Horner mentions the need to evaluate drivers for the bigger picture, suggesting a potential change in the Red Bull lineup alongside Max Verstappen for 2025. The team principal indicates the possibility of looking outside the current pool of drivers, including prospects like Isack Hadjar or Arvid Lindblad. Although Horner acknowledges the pressure on all drivers to perform, he emphasizes the strategic decisions made to maximize results, expressing hopes for Perez’s improvement and leaving the door open for Ricciardo’s return if needed.
