Tost: Gasly and Kvyat “simply went to Red Bull too soon”

Five years ago, Kvyat was promoted to Red Bull for just over a season where he claimed two podiums but the rest of his performances weren’t deemed good enough, being replaced by Max Vertstappen.

Gasly took the seat of Daniel Ricciardo after his departure and only laste half a season with Red Bull in 2019 before being switched back to the then Toro Rosso.

But Tost says they are both grateful for their experiences with the team but it was not the right time for either of them.

“My drivers have some proverbial scars, but they are also grateful for the opportunities they have,” he told Tiroler Tageszeitung newspaper.

Tost does expect Red Bull’s star Verstappen to be a serious challenger for the 2020 World Championship, whilst backing Sebastian Vettel for success with Ferrari.

“Verstappen has all the ingredients a champion needs,” he added.