P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull needs to have a handle on the level Daniel Ricciardo and, to a lesser extent, Yuki Tsunoda are operating at, in part with the 2025 F1 season in mind. Its two-team set-up gives it a definitive way of finding out how strong its second line-up is
The name of the second Red Bull Formula 1 team for 2024 has been revealed, but the strength of its driver line-up remains uncertain. Yuki Tsunoda has shown improvement as a driver, but his raw speed is still uncertain. Daniel Ricciardo’s past performance, including his struggles at McLaren, raises doubts about his current abilities. Ricciardo’s inclusion in the team came after an impressive test in the Red Bull car, but his performance has been inconsistent compared to Tsunoda. Red Bull is eager to find answers to these questions, as it could impact the organization as a whole. The team has the option to compare its drivers’ performance to that of Max Verstappen, giving them a definitive way to assess their potential.
