Red Bull’s New Approach Sparks Intrigue in F1 Testing

F1’s pre-season testing is in full swing at the Bahrain circuit, with drivers like Oscar Piastri putting in valuable laps for teams like McLaren.

Teams are cautious not to reveal their true pace during testing, using various strategies to gather data effectively. The battle for the 2024 season is compared to scaling Mount Red Bull by Mercedes principal Toto Wolff.

While Mercedes and Ferrari opt for cars resembling past Red Bull designs, the reigning champions have surprised with a bold new approach under the leadership of Christian Horner. Red Bull‘s new car, the RB20, hints at a significant departure from their successful formula of the past.

Former performance engineer at McLaren and current analyst at SkyF1, Bernadette Collins, questions whether Red Bull might have played a ‘joke’ on their rivals with their new car design and suggests that the true test will be on the track in Bahrain.

The intrigue surrounding Red Bull‘s approach captivates the F1 community as they experiment with a risky strategy. The outcomes of testing will provide a glimpse into what the 2024 season holds for the teams on the grid.