On this day 16 years ago, one of the most dramatic incidents in the history of the Red Bull F1 operation unfolded.
On this day 16 years ago, during the 2010 Turkish Grand Prix, a memorable incident occurred involving both Red Bull cars, marking one of Formula 1’s most infamous team self-destruction moments.
On lap 40 of the race, Red Bull seemed set for a dominant one-two finish but things took a drastic turn by lap 41.
Sebastian Vettel, in second place behind Mark Webber, received a higher engine mode, while Webber was asked to save fuel by turning his engine down, creating a disparity in straight-line speed.
The moment of collision happened as Vettel, utilizing the speed advantage, made a move on Webber into Turn 12, resulting in contact at high speed and Vettel’s retirement.
Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button capitalized on this mishap, taking a McLaren one-two finish that Red Bull had in their grasp earlier.
Webber, despite finishing third, was understandably upset, stating his surprise at Vettel’s sudden move and his hold on the racing line, while Vettel defended his position by claiming to have been ahead at the braking point before the contact occurred.
