Perez, initially displaying promising form at the start of the season with shared victories alongside Verstappen in the first four races, has since encountered a challenging period. Failing to make it into Q3 for four consecutive races, Perez has fallen 81 points behind his teammate in the Drivers’ Championship, raising questions about his position within the team.
Hill, speaking to The Independent, acknowledged the mounting pressure on Perez, highlighting the importance of having two competitive drivers in a team with a car as potent as Red Bull’s. The former world champion emphasized the need for Red Bull to ensure a strong driver lineup capable of challenging for the championship.