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Red Bull's 2024 F1 Car Revealed

Oracle Red Bull Racing has taken the wraps off its 2024 Formula 1 racer, the RB20. As the name implies, it marks the team's 20th year in F1, a significant achievement in a dreadfully expensive sport where teams come and go on the whims of sponsor winds. 

The RB20 was revealed at the Red Bull Technology Campus in Milton Keynes, U.K. Not surprisingly, the car has not changed much from last year's championship RB19, itself an evolution of the RB18. Even the livery stays the same.

The RB19 won 21 of the 22 Grand Prix races in the 2023 season. Driver Max Verstappen had sealed his third world championship by round 17 in Qatar,. At the end of the season, he and teammate Sergio Perez came in first and second in the 2023 points standings. The untouchable duo tallied 451 more points than the next-closest challenger, Mercedes.

In the process, the Honda 1.6-liter V6-powered RB19 became the most dominant car in F1 history. It broke the record set in 1988 by the also Honda-powered McLaren MP4/4, which won 15 of the 16 races that season. The RB20 continues to use Honda engines, because why mess with success?

Twenty years is an eon in F1 terms. Red Bull Racing made its debut at the 2005 Austrian Grand Prix with the RB1. Current driver and three-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen was only eight years old at the time. At the time many, including former Red Bull driver David Coulthard and 13-time Grand Prix winner, thought the team was simply a branding exercise to sell an energy drink. However, Coulthard was convinced to come on board to a team that consisted of a few hundred people. Today, the outfit employs 1,500.

In the intervening two decades, the team injected some much-needed fun into the sport. Coulthard's leap into a Monaco swimming pool wearing nothing but a Superman cape to celebrate his first podium with Red Bull was an indicator of things to come. 

Now that the RB20 has been revealed, all 10 cars for the 2024 season are known. Drivers, start your engines. 

Christian Horner Updates — Huge News In Red Bull Boss' Investigation Amid Allegations Of Inappropriate Behaviour

Christian Horner's Red Bull success

Red Bull has won seven Formula One world drivers' championships and six world ­constructors' titles under Horner's leadership.

Last season, the team won 21 of the 22 races on the global F1 tour, and Verstappen, 26, won the drivers' crown.

Horner was awarded a CBE for services to motorsport in the 2024 New Year's Honours List.

'Red Bull will continue striving to meet the highest workplace standards'

A Red Bull Austria spokesman said: "The independent investigation into the allegations made against Mr Horner is complete, and Red Bull can confirm that the grievance has been dismissed."

The team's parent company confirmed the complainant "has a right of appeal".

The spokesman added: "Red Bull is confident that the investigation has been fair, rigorous and impartial. 

"The investigation report is confidential and contains the private information of the parties and third parties who assisted in the investigation, and therefore we will not be commenting further out of respect for all concerned.

"Red Bull will continue striving to meet the highest workplace standards."

Horner cleared by Red Bull

Christian Horner has now been cleared of misconduct after an independent barrister was employed to review the evidence, Red Bull Austria this afternoon confirmed.

The F1 chief, 50, will remain at the team's helm after an internal three-week long investigation dismissed the grievance.

Best Formula 1 Merch For Racing Fans Of All Ages

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The new 2024 Formula 1 season is only a couple of weeks away, and whether you're a diehard Ferrari fan or can't get enough of Max Verstappen and his Red Bull winnings, we've rounded up the best F1 merch below to get you all geared up for the next season.

Scuderia Ferrari Italian Hat

This top-rated hat is Ferrari red and has the team's logo up front. There's a drawstring closure for comfort and it's washable as well - just remember that it's handwash only.

Red Bull Racing F1 Men's 2023 Sweatshirt

For Max Verstappen fans, choose this F1 Red Bull sweatshirt. The hoodie has the Red Bull Racing logo on its front, back and sleeves. It's machine washable, has a drawcord for adjustability and side pockets for storage.

Lego Speed Champions Mercedes-AMG

I own this Lego set and love how realistic both cars look - they're currently on display on my bookshelf. It's a great set for both Lego aficionados and beginners, and each model race car is great for pretend play when the real F1 races start. There are 564 Lego pieces in total, and the set is recommended for children ages nine and up.

McLaren F1 Men's 2022 Team Polo Shirt

McLaren fans will like this polo shirt available in both orange and dark gray tones. It has a breathable mesh back panel to keep you cool and it's extremely lightweight, making this a great option for everyday wear or the gym. It's machine washable too.

If You Can Read This Funny Socks,

If you want something more humorous for the F1 fan in your life, choose these slogan socks. They're made from a cotton/polyester blend and feature decals of everything from racing cars to a podium on them.

2024 Formula Racing Track Fan T-Shirt

This graphic tee lists every F1 track on the 2024 calendar. It's available in five colors and is machine washable. Since it's available in both men, women and youth options, you can buy one for every family member.

Aston Martin Cognizant F1 2023 Men's Team T-Shirt

Aston Martin had a big comeback in the 2023 championship, and fans will love this themed jersey featuring the brand's logo and their partners. It has a lightweight polyester build and is moisture-wicking too, according to the brand.

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