Even family members are now wading into the campaign of derision aimed at Red Bull in the wake of the budget cap controversy. “If there are mental health issues at Red Bull as a result of their rule breach, the responsibility lies with them and them alone – not with those who have criticised them,” he said. “What qualifies you to judge me, my husband or any member or family member of Red Bull’s mental state?” For instance, the finalisation of the team’s budget cap penalties were initially delayed for the death of Red Bull owner and founder Dietrich Mateschitz.

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