Source: USA TODAY Sports / David Kirouac
[Saba Sports News] During the F1 Canadian Grand Prix, Mercedes’ technical director James Allison hinted that Red Bull’s recent technical upgrades might have been counterproductive, failing to deliver any performance gains and potentially slowing down the RB20 car. However, in the race, Mercedes driver George Russell, starting from pole position, finished only third, while Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, starting sixth, emerged victorious. This outcome prompted Red Bull team boss Christian Horner to respond, stating that even if they had been relegated, they still outperformed Mercedes’ promotion. Horner expressed skepticism about whether Mercedes’ performance in Canada signalled a return to their former glory, noting that the track did not feature many high-speed corners and Mercedes has traditionally excelled on slower tracks. He urged fans to observe the next three races to determine whether Mercedes’ strong showing was a fleeting moment or a genuine resurgence. Some fans expressed the hope that Ferrari, McLaren, and Mercedes would compete fiercely on every track, jointly challenging Red Bull’s dominance.