Red Bull Team Principal Explains Pitstop Issues at Bahrain Grand Prix
The Bahrain Grand Prix was a challenging one for the Red Bull Racing team, with multiple pitstop issues affecting both Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda. In an exclusive post-race interview with Motorsport.com and other media outlets, Christian Horner, Team Principal of Red Bull, shed light on the causes behind these mishaps.
Braking Issues and Imbalance: The Main Culprits
Horner revealed that the team had been grappling with two primary issues throughout the weekend – a braking issue and an imbalance. He explained, “We’ve been struggling with a braking issue, and secondly, just an imbalance. When you have that, everything looks worse.
Wiring Loom Issue in the Pit Gantry: The Unexpected Hurdle
In addition to these technical difficulties, Red Bull faced a wiring loom issue in the pit gantry during the race. This problem caused issues with the traffic light system, leading to delays and confusion for the drivers. Horner stated, “We had what looks like a wiring or electrical issue with the gantry. One I certainly haven’t seen before.
Despite these setbacks, Red Bull managed to secure a 6th place finish, limiting the damage to an 8-point deficit to Lando. Horner expressed his team’s determination to rectify these issues for the upcoming race in Jeddah. He added, “We need to look into it.
Addressing the Pitstop Issues for the Next Race
When asked about the changes made for the next round of pitstops to avoid similar issues, Horner explained that the initial delay was likely due to a simple system issue. He stated, “The light in the thing… and it’s a very simple system that we expected maybe the button hadn’t been pressed hard enough by one of the technicians.
For the next pit stop, Red Bull opted for a manual override on the system, with the chief mechanic releasing the car. Horner expressed confidence in their ability to address these issues and perform optimally in Jeddah. He concluded, “We need to focus on what we can sort out for Jeddah in 5 days’ time.
