It’s no secret in the racing world that Christian Horner, the Red Bull team principal, believes Lewis Hamilton is a formidable contender in the upcoming Formula 1 title chase.
The buzz this year is all about Hamilton’s move to Ferrari, where he’s teaming up with Charles Leclerc. Hamilton has a storied past with Mercedes, collecting seven world championships with them, although recent seasons haven’t been the most fruitful as the team struggled to maintain its dominance.
Zak Brown, who leads the McLaren team, didn’t take long to spotlight Hamilton as a contender in the championship race this season. Horner is on the same page, acknowledging that Red Bull also has a stake in this fierce competition.
“If Lewis can start strong, rally the team around him, and regain his confidence, driven by that momentum, he’s definitely someone who could shake up the championship this year,” Horner shared with RacingNews365 and other media outlets. “The critical factor is how he integrates with his new team in those first few races.”
Everyone in the sport knows just how talented Lewis is. Should he rediscover his zest in this fresh environment, there’s no doubt he could once again be a pivotal player.
Meanwhile, Max Verstappen has his sights set on securing his fifth straight F1 title with Red Bull. Although they fell to third in last year’s constructors’ championship, the team has risen to the challenge by promoting Liam Lawson, aiming for a resurgence and climbing the ranks once more.
