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Horner keeps an eye on competition: 'Hugely competitive and skilful'

Horner keeps an eye on competition: 'Hugely competitive and skilful'

04-02-2023 07:52 Last update: 09:09
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Christian Horner feels Red Bull Racing is on track to start the season strongly next month in Bahrain. However, during the presentation of the RB19, he stressed at the same time that the competition has not been sitting still, so his team must stay sharp.

"It's going to be an incredible season," Horner began. "Our rivals haven't stood still, we are expecting Ferrari to be competitive, Mercedes will be there. Other teams could make some big progress. It's a big unknown at this time of year. It's a question of focusing on ourselves and doing the best we can. "

Horner puts Red Bull on edge

Horner is proud that Red Bull had a very successful season in 2022, in which it kept the competition far behind. At the same time, he realises that in doing so, the Austrian formation has set the bar high, which means it needs to get down to business this calendar year.

Adding the qualities of the competing teams, Horner expects a blistering Formula 1 season. "We are going to have to be at the top of our game this year because of the drivers and teams we are up against. They are hugely competitive and skilful."

However, the feeling at Red Bull is good for now. "We've had a good winter, it's been a chance to recharge the batteries and focus on the subtle changes with the [rules and regulations] on the cars this year."