P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull could only manage sixth and eighth position in the Italian Grand Prix.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has revealed that an “aero problem” is seriously affecting the team’s performances. Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez finished sixth and eighth at the Italian Grand Prix, trailing behind Ferrari and McLaren. Red Bull tried an alternative strategy, starting both drivers on hard tires, but graining issues ruined their chances of a podium. Despite the strategy, Red Bull ended where they expected. Horner admitted that Red Bull is struggling with an aero problem that needs fixing to improve performance. McLaren’s recent momentum has put pressure on Red Bull in the constructor’s championship, with Horner acknowledging the title fight.