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David Coulthard, ex-pilot of formula 1 from 1994 to 2008 with teams such as Williams, McLaren and Red Bull, he recognized Sergio Pérez as the ideal companion for Max Verstappen this season, though at the same time he made it clear that he is one step below him.
“Perez is mature enough and knows that only a few drivers can beat Max, including him“, Analyzed the British in the middle of the Netherlands Ziggo Sport, Prior to pointing out that the Mexican he will have to adapt to his act to think about competing hand in hand.
“Czech improves as the season progresses. then better understand how the act works. He is now meeting his new girlfriend. Give it six months and you’ll see how is a great teammate for Max“It abounded.
In recent years the Austrian team has struggled to find a good ally for Verstappen, with bets that turned out to be a disappointment as Pierre Gasly i Alex Albon, So he turned his attention to Czech, who in Coulthard’s view has the ability to take on this role in a big way.
Adaptation, a key in Red Bull
However, he insisted that he must first fully adapt to his RB16B, know by heart where each button is located, A road he knows will be tired after he was well amalgamated behind the wheel at Racing Point,
“You have to be strong mentally, but Czech is an experienced driver and the car is in good hands with him. Perez is the right driver for Red Bull right now. And I say that with a lot of respect for Alex Albon. He is not yet mature enough to handle the Max factor, “he said.
He also mentioned that it’s not all about competing side by side in races, but also give this emotional support which is needed at key times.