Red Bull driver Alexander Albon did not help himself more firmly during the Grand Prix weekend in Portugal. He started the race at Portimao from sixth place, but was unable to get any further than twelfth. The pressure is mounting and time is running out, Horner indicated earlier, but Albon does not have to worry that he will be replaced before the season by, for example, Nico Hulkenberg.
As Horner in conversation with, among others RacingNews36 is asked about that scenario, he dismisses that possibility. “We’ll stick with Albon this year. Everyone on the team wants him to be able to earn his seat for next season. He’s a great boy, we really believe in his talent. It’s still only his second season in the premier league. motorsport, and he’s having a hard time. “
Horner points to Verstappen, who does not make it easy for Albon. “It’s mentally tough to be Max’s teammate. Albon has shown before that he could hit back and hopefully he can pick up on Imola next week after a difficult weekend,” said Horner, who doesn’t think drivers like Hulkenberg and Perez will ignore Red Bull’s nose if the team waits a long time to make the decision.
Both drivers are still looking for a seat for 2021, but time is running out for them too. “All drivers would rather have a Red Bull seat than any other seat that is currently available. I think they will wait until we have made a decision before choosing another seat,” said the Briton.
With the cooperation of Dieter Rencken.
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