David Coulthard nearly quit as Red Bull’s first F1 driver after one lap

David Coulthard was the first driver Red Bull signed for its fledgling Formula 1 programme - but it was a partnership that almost never happened.

By Rachit Thukral
August 5, 2025 from Crash
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