P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Christian Horner has praised the current driving of Sergio Perez who is out of contract at the end of 2024.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has praised Sergio Perez for his “different approach” and his ability to handle pressure well, rather than crumbling. Perez’s contract with Red Bull expires at the end of this season, but he is performing strongly and has a good chance of being retained by the team. Despite starting the Chinese Grand Prix in second position alongside Max Verstappen, Perez is focused on himself and his own performance, approaching races with a relaxed mindset. Horner highlighted Perez’s strong performance in the first five races and emphasized his importance to the team, praising his ability to thrive under pressure. Perez is demonstrating all the qualities of a valuable second driver at Red Bull, and Horner is optimistic about his future with the team.
