Horner fears tough race for Verstappen: 'Ferrari is very competitive'

Christian Horner can be satisfied with Red Bull Racing's result in the sprint race. Max Verstappen won the qualifying race and will start the Austrian Grand Prix on pole, while Sergio Perez did a fine job catching up and will start from P5. However, the Red Bull team boss fears Ferrari will make things difficult for their drivers in Sunday's race.

Horner notes that his team has fared well at the Red Bull Ring in recent years, but that this has certainly not always been the case. "It used to be a track that didn't suit us at all, but the last couple of years we've had a good run of performance here. I think it's the local support and all the fan power. That definitely helps." the Briton at Viaplay referred to all the Red Bull fans present in Austria.

Verstappen will have to repeat his trick during Sunday's race, but during the longer race, Horner fears Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz could make things difficult for the championship leader. "I think you could see that Ferrari were competitive and I think they will be a big factor tomorrow strategically, they've got two cars up there. " said the Red Bull boss, before adding : "But we've got Checo back in the mix now as well, so anything can happen."