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Red Bull’s Bahrain GP Nightmare: Horner’s “Impossible” Warning as Struggles Intensify

David Castro by David Castro
April 12, 2025
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Red Bull’s Bahrain GP Nightmare: Horner’s “Impossible” Warning as Struggles Intensify

SUZUKA, JAPAN - APRIL 04: Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on in the garage during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on April 04, 2025 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504040157 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull’s Bahrain Grand Prix Struggles: Horner Sounds the Alarm

Red Bull Racing finds themselves in familiar territory as they struggle during practice sessions at the Bahrain Grand Prix, echoing their performance just a week prior in Japan. Team principal Christian Horner issues a stern warning to fans, indicating that a repeat of Max Verstappen’s impressive race-day victory is highly unlikely at the Sakhir circuit.

The current Formula 1 season has seen the Red Bull RB21 car present numerous challenges to drivers, with issues ranging from balance and temperature management to tire degradation. Despite Verstappen’s remarkable win in Japan, largely attributed to favorable track conditions, the team faces an uphill battle in Bahrain.

During Friday’s practice sessions in Bahrain, McLaren emerges as the pace-setter, outperforming Red Bull. Even with Verstappen sitting out FP1 and delivering a lackluster performance in FP2, concerns mount within the Red Bull camp regarding their competitiveness against their rivals.

Speaking candidly after FP2, Horner acknowledges the daunting task ahead, particularly with McLaren showcasing superior speed. He emphasizes the need to address temperature-related issues plaguing their performance, underscoring the team’s urgency to make significant improvements before race day.

Horner’s sentiments are echoed by Red Bull senior advisor Helmut Marko, who attributes the team’s struggles to a tire anomaly, deeming the car “too slow” for the demanding Bahrain circuit. With Verstappen trailing McLaren’s Lando Norris by a single championship point, Red Bull faces immense pressure to bridge the gap and assert their dominance.

As the Bahrain Grand Prix unfolds, all eyes will be on Red Bull as they strive to overcome their setbacks and mount a formidable challenge against their competitors. Will Verstappen defy the odds once again, or is McLaren poised to extend their lead in the championship standings? Stay tuned for all the adrenaline-pumping action from the desert race showdown.

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