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Red Bull team boss Christian Horner admits that people are desperate for answers when it comes to Red Bull’s driver lineup. In doing so, he points to Ferrari and McLaren.
Christian Horner expressed concern over Red Bull’s problematic driver situation as Sergio Perez’s struggles have hindered the team’s performance in comparison to McLaren’s strong pairing of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The gap in the constructors’ championship has put Red Bull at a disadvantage, with Ferrari and McLaren posing significant threats in the future when Lewis Hamilton joins the former in 2025. Horner stressed the need for a more competitive second driver alongside Max Verstappen to close the points deficit and enhance their title chances. The team’s current focus is on improving the driver lineup to ensure a stronger challenge in upcoming seasons, potentially leading to changes in the roster. Perez’s position remains uncertain, with Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda being mentioned as possible alternatives if a replacement is needed to bolster Red Bull’s competitiveness in Formula 1.
