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Christijan Albers

Christijan Albers pictured in July 2007
Albers thinks Newey's departure key to Red Bull troubles
Red Bull is currently grappling with the repercussions of several significant exits, former Formula 1 driver Christijan Albers observes.
Jul 23, 10:40
Sergio Perez during practice on June 7, 2024
Calls intensity for Lawson to replace underperforming Perez
Two figures in Formula 1 have identified the driver they believe should urgently take over Sergio Perez's position at Red Bull.
Jul 11, 08:15
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris at Spanish Grand Prix in June 2024.
Former F1 drivers doubt Norris' readiness for championship
Although he might currently have the superior car in Formula 1, Lando Norris is not yet prepared to contend for the world championship, according to two ex-F1 drivers.
Jul 9, 08:20
Red Bull's Max Verstappen after winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on March 2, 2024
Verstappen claps back at McLaren CEO amid new F1 rivalry
Max Verstappen has sharply countered McLaren CEO Zak Brown's recent criticism following the highly-contentious incident at Silverstone - amid an intensifying championship rivalry.
Jul 7, 10:31
Sergio Perez during practice on June 7, 2024
Contract clauses may bite as Perez 'crisis' deepens - Marko
Sergio Perez is facing increasing scrutiny as speculation about the possible termination of his Red Bull contract for 2025 intensifies.
Jul 7, 10:28
Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates with a trophy on the podium after winning the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on March 9, 2024
Mercedes leaving door open for Verstappen through November
Toto Wolff has indicated that Mercedes will keep its options open for Max Verstappen for almost the entirety of the rest of the year.
Jun 25, 09:20
Max Verstappen at the Brazil GP on November 3, 2023
Red Bull tested 2022 car to address Verstappen's struggles
Red Bull has confirmed that Max Verstappen was given a private session in the championship-winning 2022 car earlier this week to serve as a "reference" for addressing issues with this year's model.
Jun 22, 09:56
Christijan Albers pictured in July 2007
F1 discontent builds over radical 2026 regulations revamp
A former Formula 1 driver is "bummed" that the sport is once again opting to upend the technical regulations completely.
Jun 13, 10:24
Max Verstappen on way to winning Canadian Grand Prix on June 9, 2024.
Marko rejects rumours of Verstappen leaving for Mercedes
Dr. Helmut Marko has downplayed the persistent speculation about Max Verstappen potentially leaving Red Bull after 2024.
Jun 13, 10:21
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner pictured on March 8, 2024
Marko should have made Perez decision, not Horner
Christian Horner has refuted Mercedes' allegations that the recent updates to Red Bull's racing car actually represented a "downgrade."
Jun 10, 09:29
Helmut Marko at the Brazil GP on November 3, 2023
Marko undecided on future F1 role amid Red Bull turmoil
Dr Helmut Marko has declared he won't make a decision about his next steps in Formula 1 "until the time comes."
May 29, 09:39
Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz Jr celebrates victory at the Australian Grand Prix on March 24, 2024.
Audi set to welcome Sainz amid F1 driver reshuffles
Audi, having acquired Sauber, looks to be the optimal choice for next year and beyond for the Ferrari-departing Carlos Sainz.
May 23, 09:49
General view of Formula 1 drivers at the start of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on March 9, 2024
Ferrari sets test day for Imola-spec car upgrade
Ferrari is poised to conduct a test of its Imola-specification car upgrades during a designated 'filming day' at Fiorano, the home circuit of the Italian squad.
May 9, 09:26
Daniel Ricciardo at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 23, 2023
Marko clarifies Ricciardo's position amid Lawson rumours
Dr. Helmut Marko has quashed speculation about Daniel Ricciardo being given a two-race window to improve his performances or face replacement at RB by Liam Lawson before the Miami Grand Prix. German media outlets report that team owner Red Bull's chief advisor Marko rebutted these claims, which originated from New Zealand publications, following Ricciardo's difficulties in outperforming Yuki Tsunoda in the 2024 season so far.
Mar 27, 08:11
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner ahead of practice on November 17, 2023
Horner's accuser lodges Red Bull investigation appeal
The Christian Horner scandal just keeps racing forwards, with news emerging now that the woman at the centre of the allegations has lodged an appeal.
Mar 15, 07:15
Daniel Ricciardo at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 23, 2023
Marko says Ricciardo must improve at RB team
Once apparently destined to re-join Red Bull Racing, Daniel Ricciardo could actually now be under pressure even to stay with the junior 'RB' team.
Mar 12, 07:28
Sergio Perez at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 25, 2023
Perez doing well to not be 'destroyed' by Verstappen
If Sergio Perez can keep finishing second behind Max Verstappen this year, his place at the dominant Red Bull team might be safe for 2025.
Mar 5, 06:50
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner ahead of practice on November 17, 2023
Horner affair now 'private' after new anonymous leak - Red Bull
Red Bull GmbH, the parent company of the dominant Formula 1 team, insists the scandal that put the sword of Damocles over team principal Christian Horner's entire career is now "private".
Mar 1, 07:06
Alex Albon at the Italian GP on August 31, 2023
Insiders doubt Albon should secure top F1 seat
Two F1 insiders are not so sure Alex Albon is really a worthy candidate for one of the top seats on the grid.
Feb 7, 07:07
Christian Horner at the United States GP on October 20, 2023
Horner could lose F1 career over accusations - Albers
Ahead of another season of expected dominance for Red Bull, the entire Formula 1 career of the team's long-serving boss Christian Horner is in tatters.
Feb 6, 07:04
Flavio Briatore at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 26, 2023
Even Batman may not win in a 2025 Ferrari - Briatore
Many of the most well-known names in the Formula 1 paddock are already chewing over Lewis Hamilton's shock decision to scrap his Mercedes deal for 2025 in order to move to Ferrari.
Feb 2, 06:20
Liam Lawson at the Singapore GP on September 17, 2023
Albers tips Lawson for shock 2024 F1 seat
Liam Lawson should have been promoted to a full-time Formula 1 seat for 2024, according to former F1 driver Christijan Albers.
Jan 23, 05:50
Daniel Ricciardo at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 23, 2023
Ricciardo at centre of Red Bull power struggle
Former F1 driver Christijan Albers says it is clear that a power struggle is still underway at Red Bull.
Dec 4, 06:35
Sergio Perez at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 25, 2023
Perez still not good enough for Red Bull - Albers
A regular critic of Max Verstappen's Red Bull teammate has taken the opportunity to once again slam Sergio Perez.
Nov 28, 09:35
Max Verstappen at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 23, 2023
Verstappen, Hamilton cannot be teammates - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has confirmed that Lewis Hamilton really did approach Red Bull this year to explore the possibility of joining the dominant F1 team.
Nov 25, 06:41
Helmut Marko at the Brazil GP on November 3, 2023
Exhausted F1 travellers 'delirious' for Abu Dhabi finale
As the dust settles after F1's new Las Vegas centrepiece, plenty of discontent is brewing over the burden being placed on the human beings who make up the travelling circus.
Nov 21, 06:59
Max Verstappen at the Las Vegas GP on November 15, 2023
Father spoke to Verstappen about Las Vegas outbursts
Max Verstappen's father admits he has spoken to the triple world champion about his vocal frustration with Formula 1 over the entire Las Vegas GP weekend.
Nov 21, 06:55
Sergio Perez at the Brazil GP on November 3, 2023
Pundits deny Perez was impressive in Brazil
Two former F1 drivers remain lukewarm about Sergio Perez's suitability to stay at Red Bull for his 2024 contract.
Nov 7, 07:14
Sergio Perez at the Mexico GP on October 26, 2023
Perez 'not fast enough' for Red Bull - Albers
Sergio Perez is simply "not fast enough" to keep his seat at Red Bull, according to a former Formula 1 racer.
Nov 2, 06:16
Sergio Perez at the Italian GP on August 31, 2023
Perez has 'toughest job' in F1
Sergio Perez says being Max Verstappen's teammate at Red Bull is perhaps the toughest job in all of Formula 1.
Oct 2, 07:05
Liam Lawson at the Singapore GP on September 17, 2023
Lawson could still secure 2024 race seat
For Liam Lawson in Japan, there is both good news and bad news.
Sep 23, 06:50
Lando Norris at the Dutch GP on August 26, 2023
Verstappen has 'talked' about Norris for Red Bull
Speculation that Sergio Perez's days at Red Bull are numbered just will not go away.
Aug 29, 07:48
Charles Leclerc at the Spanish GP on June 2, 2023
Leclerc has 'lost his way' at confused Ferrari
Charles Leclerc may have "lost his way" at the struggling Ferrari team, according to well-known Dutch racing driver Tom Coronel.
Jun 5, 07:34
Max Verstappen at the Azerbaijan GP on April 29, 2023
Verstappen insult was 'psychological' - Popov
Max Verstappen was trying to land a "psychological" blow on one of his future opponents with an incident in Baku.
May 2, 07:04
Sergio Perez at the Saudi Arabia GP on March 17, 2023
Red Bull title fight 'will not be boring'
Aston Martin has joined Mercedes and Ferrari near the very top in Formula 1 - but the 2023 world championship looks set to be a one-team affair.
Mar 21, 05:31
Mohammed Ben Sulayem pictured on November 19, 2022
FIA president takes step away from F1
In the heat of obvious tension with the teams and Liberty Media, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has confirmed he is taking a step back.
Feb 9, 05:11
Christijan Albers pictured in July 2007
Red Bull lost patience with 'indecisive' Honda
An "indecisive" Honda is the reason Red Bull is teaming up with Ford for the new Formula 1 regulations in 2026.
Feb 8, 05:28
Sergio Perez pictured on November 19, 2022
Perez's father should 'stay out' of F1 - Villeneuve
Jacques Villeneuve has urged Sergio Perez's father to "stay out" of the controversial public discussions about his son's place in Formula 1.
Nov 22, 05:24
Jan Lammers pictured on January 29, 2020
Red Bull driver episode is 'personal' - Lammers
The best Formula 1 drivers always have "some sharp edges", according to former F1 driver Christijan Albers.
Nov 15, 05:18
Charles Leclerc pictured on October 9, 2022
New engine for Leclerc, Verstappen eyes F1 record
Charles Leclerc will start Sunday's US GP five places lower than he qualifies, as new double world champion Max Verstappen stands on the cusp of an all-time F1 record.
Oct 20, 05:46
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