Naomi Schiff points to Red Bull advantage after Dutch GP driver change
Red Bull's driver swap at the Dutch Grand Prix has renewed paddock discussions about two Formula 1 teams sharing the same ownership. Following a wrist fracture sustained by Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar ahead of the Zandvoort race weekend, the Milton Keynes outfit called up Liam Lawson from sister team Racing Bulls to take his place alongside Max Verstappen. To fill the resulting vacancy at ...…
After qualifying delays due to rain disruption at the Singapore Grand Prix, Max Verstappen secured a sprint win while George Russell crashed out and McLarens collided. Raul Fernandez criticized unprofessional teammate Marco Bezzecchi following a crash at the Mandalika sprint. Engstler claimed the wet-weather pole at DTM Hockenheim, with Preining maintaining composure.
Red Bull's recent driver swap at the Dutch Grand Prix has sparked discussions about potential partnerships between two Formula 1 teams sharing ownership. Naomi Schiff, a former W Series driver and Sky Sports analyst, noted that the advantage lies in having a driver familiar with the 2026-specification cars. She mentioned Ferrari as the only other team that might call on Oliver Bearman.
Schiff acknowledged the daunting environment for Liam Lawson, who finished seventh at the Dutch GP, earning six points for Red Bull. It remains to be seen if Isack Hadjar will return for the Italian Grand Prix.
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