Red Bull Racing’s Sergio Perez is under mounting pressure as his performance continues to decline. Since the Miami Grand Prix, Perez has scored only 15 points compared to teammate Max Verstappen’s 119. This disparity has led to speculation about Perez’s future with the team, despite his recent contract renewal. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner described Perez’s form as ‘unsustainable,’ emphasizing the importance of both cars scoring points for the Constructors’ Championship.In contrast, Mercedes is experiencing a resurgence in form. Lewis Hamilton’s victory at the British Grand Prix on July 7, 2024, ended a 945-day winless streak. This win, Hamilton’s eighth at Silverstone, reasserts his position as the most successful driver in F1 history. Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff attributes their improved performance to technical director James Allison’s return to a hands-on role and a breakthrough in understanding the car’s balance.The British Grand Prix itself was described by Christian Horner as a ‘very rare race,’ with changing weather conditions and no single team dominating throughout. The next race on the 2024 calendar is the Hungarian Grand Prix, scheduled for July 19-21 at the Hungaroring circuit.Meanwhile, Daniel Ricciardo’s Formula 1 future remains uncertain. With his VCARB contract set to expire at the end of 2024 and no announcement on an extension, Ricciardo has refused to make any predictions about his future in the sport.In other news, Haas F1 Team has confirmed that Pietro Fittipaldi will participate in tire testing sessions with Pirelli at Silverstone on Tuesday, followed by Oliver Bearman on Wednesday. These tests are part of Pirelli’s efforts to develop compounds for the 2025 season.
Key points
- Sergio Perez’s poor performance is putting his Red Bull seat at risk, despite recent contract renewal.
- Mercedes has made a comeback with Lewis Hamilton’s win at Silverstone, ending a 945-day winless streak.
- Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 future is uncertain as his VCARB contract nears expiration.
Contradictions👾While some sources suggest Perez’s contract with Red Bull is at risk, others mention a recent contract renewal, creating uncertainty about his actual status with the team.
