In Barcelona, Mercedes achieved the best result of the season – both drivers of the team climbed to the podium. Red Bull Racing head Christian Horner believes that while Mercedes’ backlog is still large, the Brackley team can become a serious contender in the second half of the season.
Christian Horner: “At the end of the race they lost us more than 23 seconds, but still took a step forward. However, we have something to answer. Mercedes has prepared major updates for the car, but we will have new items later in the season.
There is no doubt that they have taken a big step. Mercedes are a top team and in the second half of the season they will put pressure on us.”
At the same time, Horner added that Mercedes’ double podium might not have happened if the race had lasted a few laps longer: “Sergio Perez didn’t start in the best way and lost time in the early laps, while George Russell didn’t get any appreciation. fine for leaving the job.
I think this influenced the final result. As the race progressed, Sergio got stronger and stronger, especially in the last stretch. He missed a few laps to reach the podium.”
Source: F1 News
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