During the race, Verstappen was involved in a fierce battle with Lando Norris from McLaren for the lead. However, Russell surprised both of them by executing a skillful maneuver on the outside, taking the lead for himself.
But the three-time Formula 1 champion wasted no time and quickly closed in on Russell. On the third lap, he made a brilliant move on the outside of Turn 1, overtaking Russell and ultimately winning the race.
After the race, Horner spoke to Sky Sports F1 and praised Verstappen’s performance, particularly highlighting his decisive overtake as a crucial factor in Red Bull Racing’s 120th victory in the Grand Prix. Horner emphasized that Verstappen had a brilliant race and that his strategic decisions paid off.
Horner acknowledged that McLaren would pose a challenge with their tire strategy, but Red Bull had a slight advantage. He emphasized the importance of the first lap and the overtake on Russell, praising Verstappen’s decisive nature and stating that it is one of his key qualities.
Red Bull has faced increasing competition from McLaren recently, and when asked about having the fastest car, Horner responded enigmatically, stating that it is a tight competition with small margins. He acknowledged that Verstappen and Norris were significantly ahead of the rest of the pack, but in the end, Red Bull scored the maximum points.
Horner acknowledged McLaren’s strong performance, the closeness of Ferrari, and Mercedes’ improvements, but stated that Red Bull is staying ahead. He emphasized the need for his team to perform at their best to secure victories.
On the other hand, Perez in the second Red Bull car has been facing difficulties while Verstappen continues to stand out and make a difference for the team as their rivals intensify the challenge.
Perez conquered the eighth position in the qualifying session in Barcelona, but, due to a three-place grid penalty from Canada for driving a damaged car on the track, he started the race in the 11th position. Despite this setback, he managed to finish in eighth place at the end of the race.
Reflecting on Perez’s performance in the race, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner commented: “We opted for a three-stop strategy for him [Perez] and it paid off. He managed to overtake Gasly on the final lap. This race will undoubtedly boost his confidence.”
Horner further explained: “According to our simulations, we predicted that the eighth position was the best Perez could achieve. He proved us right by securing that position. However, we need to work on involving him more in the competition.”
When asked about what Perez needs to do to contribute more to Red Bull’s fight for the Constructors’ Championship, Horner replied: “As far as I know, we are the team that has scored the most points. As long as we continue to do so, our chances in the Constructors’ Championship remain strong. Sergio had a fantastic start to the year and we just need him to regain the form he showed in the early races. We have confidence in his abilities; it’s just a matter of getting him in the right mindset to deliver.”
Horner also praised the team’s ability to flawlessly execute their race strategies, especially in challenging conditions. He stated: “When you’re at the front, there’s no room for errors. Every aspect of our performance is meticulously examined – from our strategies, to our starts, to our pit stops. We have a track record of delivering under pressure and getting it right when it matters most. Our team has great talent and stability.”
In conclusion, the Red Bull team boss expressed his confidence in the team’s capabilities and their ability to consistently perform at a high level.
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