Breaking: Horner issues statement following official Red Bull EXIT…read more
Horner issues statement following official Red Bull EXIT…read more
Christian Horner, the head of Red Bull Formula 1, has issued a statement following the official departure of one of the team’s key drivers, Sergio Perez. This marks the end of Perez’s four-year tenure with the team, which has been filled with both triumphs and challenges. The news of his exit came after months of speculation, finally confirmed this week.
Perez, a six-time Grand Prix winner, joined Red Bull in 2021 and enjoyed early success with the team, contributing to their Constructors’ Championship victories in both 2022 and 2023. However, despite signing a new contract with Red Bull earlier in 2024, his performance sharply declined in the latter half of the season. Over his last 18 races, Perez managed to score only 49 points, a significant downturn in form compared to his earlier performances. His struggles became a major factor in Red Bull’s failure to secure the Constructors’ Championship in 2024, a title that was instead claimed by McLaren, which clinched its first championship since 1998, with Ferrari also taking advantage of Perez’s downturn.
Red Bull had hoped that Perez would regain his form, but his inability to maintain consistent results has led to the decision to part ways ahead of the 2025 season. The Mexican driver’s decline in performance was seen as a serious setback for the team, which had aimed to dominate both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships. Horner and the Red Bull management have been vocal in their desire to find a driver who can consistently challenge at the top level and support Max Verstappen, who has been the team’s standout performer.
Perez’s departure is a significant change for Red Bull, as they now enter a new chapter in their pursuit of further success. The team has not yet confirmed who will replace Perez, but it is expected that they will seek a driver capable of maximizing the performance of the car and contributing to Red Bull’s championship ambitions. The decision to let Perez go, despite his earlier successes with the team, reflects the highly competitive nature of Formula 1, where consistent performance is key to achieving success.
Red Bull’s focus now shifts toward securing a driver who can maintain their competitive edge and ensure that the team remains at the forefront of Formula 1 in the coming seasons.
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