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The future of Alex Dunne has been much discussed, with the Irishman being linked with a move to Red Bull following his exit from McLaren.
Following his departure from the McLaren junior programme, Alex Dunne has yet to secure a new role in the F1 paddock, despite discussions with Red Bull’s Helmut Marko.
Dunne has showcased his talent in his debut Formula 2 season with two wins and five podium finishes, but his 10 penalty points on the super licence raise concerns.
While Dunne and Red Bull have been in talks for a possible tie-up, there is no finalized agreement in place.
Red Bull is intrigued by Dunne’s speed but is hesitant due to doubts about his long-term F1 prospects given his penalty points and McLaren exit.
The potential deal reportedly involves Dunne remaining in F2 next year with a view to a future promotion to F1 in 2027, although uncertainties persist.
The decision on whether to bring Dunne on board ultimately hinges on Red Bull’s confidence in his ability to navigate the challenges of a career in Formula 1.
