Sergio Perez, Red Bull Racing driver, competed in the Monaco Grand Prix on May 24, 2024, as part of the Formula 1 World Championship. Former Formula 1 driver, Martin Brundle, believes that recent internal events have disrupted Red Bull’s dominance and allowed rival teams to close in. Red Bull had a strong start to the season, winning four out of the first five races, including three one-two finishes. However, the team faced controversies when team principal, Christian Horner, was investigated for alleged misconduct. Despite being cleared of the accusations, Horner’s presence was questioned by Max Verstappen’s father, Jos, who believes it could harm Red Bull’s unity. McLaren and Ferrari have recently secured victories, putting pressure on Red Bull. The team had a tough weekend in Monaco, with Verstappen finishing sixth and exposing a long-standing weakness. Brundle believes that the saga involving Horner has impacted Red Bull’s performance. Ferrari and McLaren are currently performing well and pose a threat in both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships. Brundle hopes that Red Bull will be eager to bounce back in the next race in Montreal. However, Horner disagrees with Brundle’s assessment and asserts that the team never considered their dominance as guaranteed. Verstappen, on the other hand, believes that Red Bull’s experience in title challenges gives them an edge over other teams. He emphasizes the importance of staying calm and composed and acknowledges that other teams have closed the gap in recent races. Nevertheless, Verstappen believes that Red Bull’s experience and their ability to avoid mistakes make them a tough team to beat in the Championship.
