Christian Horner admits Red Bull faces a 'significant handicap' in 2023 because of the aero restrictions imposed on it for winning the F1 title and breaching the cost cap.
“We’re doing the best with what we’ve got,” he said during the squad’s 2023 season launch event in New York City, during which Ford formally announced its technical and commercial partnership with Red Bull Powertrains.
“The team have had to adapt to the handicap that we have. They’ve done a wonderful job in doing that. “Is it enough? We’ll find out in a couple of weeks’ time [in Bahrain testing and the first round of the season] as a starting point. “But I think the team have obviously accepted it; we’ve looked to adapt to ensure we’re as efficient as we possibly can be. Photo by: Red Bull Content Poolsaid the impact of the ATR has crossed his mind but reiterated his faith in the Adrian Newey-led design team.
He added that the aero restrictions were to be taken as a positive, as they reflected Red Bull’s run to 17 grand prix victories in 2022. “Of course, it makes things a little bit harder. “But I also look at it like this, I prefer to be in the position we are in than always finishing second or third in championship, because that's way more depressing. “But I don't expect it to be a big limiting factor in if we're going to win the title or not.”
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