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Originally Posted by Hemi-Cuda
As someone who's mainly followed F1 from the Netflix series, how did Red Bull end up with 2 teams? It seems weird to have a farm team constructor that's only purpose is to support another, not to win on it's own. Isn't that was Formula 2 is for?
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They bought another team that was in financial difficulty (Minardi). Back when teams would regularly fold and F1 was happy someone stepped up.
It is kind of weird but they’ve always operated independently and build their own chassis. They don’t even share parts like Ferrari and Haas (who share the max number of parts allowed under the rules).
F2 is a good feeder series but it’s a big step down from F1. Drivers also tend to max out the development they get from the series.
Means that many drivers who come to F1 need development time. Teams can basically lend or pay to have them drive with a back marker team. But having them at your own junior team is better. Much better than being a reserve driver and only getting a few free practice sessions all year.
And it’s worked out great for red bull, and F1 in general, honestly. Sainz, Max, Albon, Gasly, Danny Ric, Vettel all came up via Toro Rosso.
All that being said, F1 teams have complained about it. And will complain louder if RB jr ever become front runners. As long as they finish down the order, it’s not a huge deal.
If I’ve totally got anything wrong, someone feel free to correct me. But that’s how I’ve always understood it.