Red Bull boss Christian Horner has dismissed Toto Wolff’s claims that Max Verstappen has the title wrapped up.
Red Bull have carried their recent dominance into 2024. The Milton Keynes-based outfit are top of the constructors’ standings, while Verstappen leads the charge in the drivers’ championship, with teammate Sergio Perez hot on his heels in second. READ MORE: Red Bull boss Horner beaten by F1 NEMESIS as new rich list unveiled
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Their blistering start prompted Mercedes boss Wolff to make a bold declaration after the Japanese Grand Prix, saying that “no one is going to catch Max this year.”
While Mercedes languish in fourth, Ferrari remains Red Bull’s main challenger, currently sitting in P2 in the constructors’ standings with 120 points – 21 points behind the leader. Charles Leclerc keeps the fight alive for the Scuderia, trailing Perez by just five points in the drivers’ standings. Rounding out the top five are Leclerc teammate Carlos Sainz and McLaren’s Lando Norris.
However, with a long season ahead and several upgrades planned by rival teams, it’s far too early to predict the championship outcome. Red Bull are now behind, but can they take the lead?
Horner downplays title talk
Red Bull is chasing a third constructors’ title.
Looks like Wolff, but Horner
Responding to Wolff’s comments, Horner said: “It’s too early to set a date. There are still 20 races to go, but I’ve learned: don’t listen too much to what Toto has said over the years. With 20 races left on the calendar, there is still plenty of room for surprises. Red Bull looks unstoppable at the moment, but the battle for supremacy will continue..
