[Iceman]

Apparently Checo is going to announce his retirement at the Mexican grand prix. I hope he does because he embarrassed not only himself but the team this year.

[Garfie]

Originally Posted by Iceman

Apparently Checo is going to announce his retirement at the Mexican grand prix. I hope he does because he embarrassed not only himself but the team this year.

I heard the same, although it’s been denied by Checo and Red Bull. I think it’s a real possibility it could be true. It would make sense after the season he has had and the fact it would be his home race.

It’s so sad to see the deterioration in him. He was doing so well before he started thinking he could compete with Max for the championship. I think if he’d kept his focus on performing well and getting podiums, his season would have been so much more successful. If he stays, I think he will struggle massively next year, and Red Bull do not see him as a long term option anyhow. Retiring now might save him from further humiliation and from damaging his F1 legacy.