Uh-oh! Red Bull is feeling the heat after Sergio Perez’s latest crash in Hungary.
- Perez’s crash during Hungarian GP qualifying has everyone talking about his future in the team.
- Red Bull boss Christian Horner says it’s the last thing the team needed.
- Some are speculating that Perez might get the boot during the summer break.
- Perez, despite his crash, remains optimistic for a turnaround on race day.
Sergio Perez crashed out during Hungarian GP qualifying, making waves in the F1 world. This incident has ignited concerns about Perez’s future with Red Bull. Christian Horner, the Red Bull boss, didn’t mince words, labeling the crash as the “last thing” the team needed. The pressure is building, and it’s no secret that Red Bull is keeping a nervous watch on the Constructors’ Championship standings.
A glimmer of hope appeared for Perez after a positive Friday, but it quickly vanished when he failed to navigate Turn 8 of the Hungaroring. This crash marked his fourth Q1 elimination in the last six rounds. Horner emphasized his patience but made it clear that this setback was a significant one. “We now have to get everything back together, fix the car, and see what we can get out of it during the race,” he stated.
Red Bull’s senior advisor, Helmut Marko, hinted that the team might make a decision about their driver line-up over the summer break. There’s a clause in Perez’s contract that reportedly allows for his departure if he’s more than 100 points behind teammate Max Verstappen. With the gap currently at 137 points, Perez’s future seems uncertain. Horner refrained from commenting on Perez’s future but emphasized the need for internal discussions.
Despite the crash, Perez remains hopeful. Speaking to the media, he explained, “I think I clipped the kerb, and it was raining harder in Turn 8. It just sent me off completely into the wall.” Acknowledging the struggles he’s faced, Perez remains determined to turn things around. He believes that the promising performance from the previous day provides valuable data for the race.
Meanwhile, Max Verstappen is set to lead Red Bull’s charge for victory from P3 on the grid. With all eyes on the race, the team’s strategy and performance will be under close scrutiny. Perez’s crash may have added pressure, but the race is still wide open. The big question remains: Can Red Bull bounce back and maintain its dominance?.
As the Hungarian GP approaches, the tension within Red Bull is palpable, and all eyes are on their next moves.
Source: Planetf1
