Ex-F1 driver claims Red Bull was in ‘Disneyland’ over achieving in F1 against ‘giants’ in its early days

Mark Webber recalled the early days of Red Bull Racing when the Austrian giant had just acquired the Jaguar F1 team in 2005.

Ex-F1 driver claims Red Bull was in ‘Disneyland’ over achieving in F1 against ‘giants’ in its early days

Max Verstappen, Helmut Marko, and Christian Horner (Via: Imago)

Former Red Bull driver Mark Webber spoke about how important Dietrich Mateschitz, the co-founder of Red Bull, was for the team’s success. He highlighted Mateschitz vision for what he wanted the team to achieve. Webber felt lucky to have been part of that journey.

Mark Webber described his early days with Red Bull Racing as an incredible experience, likening it to being in Disneyland. He felt excited about their journey, especially since they were competing against much larger and more established teams in Formula 1. Despite the challenges, Webber and his teammates believed in their potential and worked hard, which ultimately led to their impressive success. He highlighted looking back, felt proud to have been part of such an extraordinary adventure in racing.

I think being there in the early days was phenomenal, I think we were [like] in Disneyland if we thought what this team was going to achieve in Formula 1 against all the giants in the industry that have been around here for more than a decade.
Mark Webber said
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Mark Webber said that Dietrich Mateschitz‘s vision is impressive because he successfully invested in top-level sports, including Formula 1. He highlighted , Mateschitz saw the potential in various sports and decided to support teams and athletes to achieve greatness. His approach highlighted the pursuit of greatness and will to compete with the best. This commitment to being the best helped Red Bull and made Red Bull Racing a strong team in Formula 1.

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It’s a testament of Dietrich Mateschitz’s vision to show how he went into elite sports in all sectors, Formula 1 included.
Mark Webber added

Mark Webber grateful for ‘incredible’ Red Bull journey

Marko Webber highlighted that he and David Coulthard were lucky to be a part of an amazing journey in racing. He noted that 20 years had gone by quickly, and DC was correct that it’s special to celebrate their achievements at Goodwood. He stated, This event as the best motorsport festival in the world, bringing fans and drivers together to enjoy the sport. Webber felt proud to reflect on their time in Formula 1 and share this celebration with everyone at such a fantastic venue.

DC and I were very lucky to play a small role on what was an incredible Journey. 20 years goes fast, and David is right, to celebrate it here today in Goodwood, this is the best motorsport festival in the world.
Mark Webber stated
Christian Horner, Mark Webber, and Adrian Newey
Christian Horner, Mark Webber, and Adrian Newey (via IMAGO)

Webber highlighted that no one can compare to this motorsport event. Celebrating at the team’s home in the UK after 20 years made it a really special day for him. He highlighted being gathered with fans and fellow team members brings so much excitement. It felt like a unique opportunity to honor their journey and achievements together. After two decades in the sport, this moment allowed them to reflect on everything they had accomplished and enjoy the celebration in a meaningful way.

No one can touch this event, so to do it on the team’s home turf in the UK after 20 years, it’s surely a special day for me.
Mark Webber added

Certainly, Mark Webber expressed his gratitude for being part of the Red Bull team in F1. He highlighted the importance of celebrating the milestone of 20 years of an incredible journey at the team’s home in the UK during the best motorsport festival in the world. This made it a special occasion to honor their achievements together.

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