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McLaren’s Bold Strategy Backfires: Red Bull Boss Reveals Shocking Details from Japanese GP

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
April 7, 2025
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McLaren’s Bold Strategy Backfires: Red Bull Boss Reveals Shocking Details from Japanese GP

SUZUKA, JAPAN - APRIL 05: Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on April 05, 2025 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504050137 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull Team Boss Blasts McLaren’s Strategy in Japanese Grand Prix

In a thrilling turn of events at the Japanese Grand Prix, Red Bull’s Christian Horner criticized McLaren’s decision to have Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri on equal footing, claiming it hindered their ability to challenge Max Verstappen. Despite the McLaren duo’s best efforts to catch Verstappen after being outqualified by him, the race proved to be a strategic stalemate with limited overtaking opportunities.

Piastri, feeling he had the pace to challenge Verstappen, requested a position swap with Norris during the race, but the team opted against it, citing uncertainties about Piastri’s actual speed in dirty air. This decision ultimately played a significant role in McLaren’s inability to mount a serious challenge to Red Bull’s dominance.

Horner, envious of McLaren’s two strong drivers, highlighted the drawbacks of their equal driver policy, suggesting that it made it harder for them to go on the offensive against Verstappen. The strategic choices made by McLaren, including pitting Piastri first under pressure from behind, further limited their options and allowed Red Bull to maintain their lead.

While reflecting on the race, Horner pointed out that McLaren’s decision to let their drivers race each other may have backfired, as it prevented them from maximizing their chances against Verstappen. Despite speculation about whether a different pit strategy could have altered the outcome, Horner emphasized that Verstappen’s flawless performance and unmatched pace were key to his victory.

The intense battle between McLaren and Red Bull at the Japanese Grand Prix showcased the complexities of Formula 1 strategy and the relentless pursuit of victory at the highest level of motorsport. As teams continue to push the boundaries of performance and tactics, every decision made on the track can have a profound impact on the outcome of the race.

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