Lewis Hamilton has said he finds Red Bull’s recent behaviour “odd”, but says it would be a shame to lose them if they fail to find an engine supplier.
The Milton Keynes team has split with engine supplier Renault following a difficult two seasons and has made public its disappointment with the French company.
The team won four championships with Renault power, but in 2014 it won just three races as Mercedes appeared the dominant force. Those troubles continued through to 2015 with just three podiums to its name so far.
When asked about Red Bull’s current situation, Hamilton said he was confused by the teams reaction to their problems.
“It seems really odd for me, having witnessed Red Bull’s success and then the moment they don’t have success, it’s like they have been upset about it.
“I have not seen that with any other team,” he said. “Growing up, watching Formula 1, when Ferrari lost the championship after having success, I don’t remember – but maybe they did – hearing them complaining the next year.
“You have to keep pushing forward and there is no reason for them to give up.”
Hamilton has urged them to work hard for success again, rather than giving up as it would be a shame for the sport and fans.
“It would be a shame for the fans,” he added. “They have a great team, great drivers, great pedigree, they have had incredible success, and they still have a pretty awesome car.
“They can still have success – they just have to work hard at it.
