Is Hulkenberg going to Red Bull Racing? ''He's not the deciding factor''
08:20, 04 Nov 2020
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It seems almost certain that Max Verstappen will welcome a new teammate in 2021. However, the question is who? Robert Doornbos discusses the possibilities when a viewer asks him what the influence of Verstappen is.
The influence of Verstappen
Alexander Albon, after his blunder in the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, now looks almost certain to be leaving Red Bull. The Thai has had the chance for a year and a half but has not been able to cement his place for next season. In his video column, Robert Doornbos discusses the possibilities for Red Bull Racing and the influence of Max Verstappen.
"Max has indeed been asked about his preference and he has indicated that he would be happy with the arrival of Nico Hulkenberg. He has good contact with them and of course, Nico has given his business card with his raids for Racing Point," says the former Formula 1 driver. However, he still sees an option.
Why not Magnussen?
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"There is another hijacker on the coast and that is Sergio Perez. In Imola, he has once again shown that he has amazing racing skills and is constantly able to finish in the points. He is therefore an important candidate for the seat. Max certainly has influence, but he is not the deciding factor."
Doornbos was also asked why Kevin Magnussen is never mentioned, but the Dutchman is very clear about that. "He scored a nice podium on his debut for McLaren and shows beautiful things with Haas despite the limited material, but I don't see him as a candidate. Red Bull looks outside the talent pool, but not at Magnussen. He would be ideal for Indy Car," concludes the former Indy Car driver.
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