Max Verstappen faced a setback at the Mexico GP, losing 10 points to his rival Lando Norris. This has intensified the battle for the title between the two drivers. Red Bull is prioritizing retaining Verstappen’s crown and has expressed concerns about Sergio Perez’s performance in the constructors’ championship. Rumors about Perez’s future with the team have been circulating, but Verstappen believes that focusing on driver selection is not the main issue at Red Bull.
The discussion surrounding Sergio Perez’s future has been ongoing for almost two years now. Red Bull has not confirmed whether the 34-year-old driver will remain with the team, leaving the possibility of a change before the end of 2024 open. Since Daniel Ricciardo’s departure, Red Bull has struggled to find a driver who can match Verstappen’s efforts on the track. This has had a negative impact on the team’s performance in the Championship, as Ferrari and McLaren benefit from having two competitive drivers.
Despite the speculation about Perez’s future, Max Verstappen believes that the team’s main focus should be on improving the car’s performance. He emphasized that a better car would lead to better results for Perez as well. Verstappen stated that he is solely focused on finding ways to make the car faster and is not concerned about potential changes in the driver lineup.
As the Brazilian GP approaches, Red Bull is nearing a decision regarding Sergio Perez’s future with the team. After the race in Brazil, there will be a three-week break before the Las Vegas GP, during which the team is expected to reassess Perez’s position. The comments made by Christian Horner and Helmut Marko about Perez to the media suggest that a change in the driver lineup could be imminent. Red Bull is known for making mid-season swaps, and the current situation at Milton Keynes indicates that a change may be necessary for the team’s success.
