Published>Thu, Jul 15 10 04:38 PM
London, July 15(ANI): Red Bull Formula One racing driver Mark Webber has cleared the air and apologized over his claims that team-mate Sebastian Vettel was getting preferential treatment at last weekend's British Grand Prix.
Webber was furious when Vettel was given a new front wing from his car ahead of qualifying at Silverstone.
He was heard saying "not bad for a number two" after he won the race, and admitted that he would not have signed a new contract if he had thought he would be treated as such.
Webber now regrets his remarks, and has issued a statement following talks with Red Bull team boss Christian Horner to clear the air.
"My disappointment on Saturday after qualifying spilled over into Sunday, but it was simply due to the fact that I, along with every other driver on the grid, wanted the best possible chance of success," The Fox Sports quoted Webber, as saying.
"Sebastian received the newer front wing for reasons which were not clearly explained to me until Saturday late afternoon. Obviously I can see why a team may at certain points have to favour a driver with more points in the championship, if there are only enough resources to fully support one of us."
"We've already debriefed the race weekend at the factory and have cleared the air. It's now understood that, should we face this unlikely dilemma again, preference will go to the championship points leader," he added.
The 34-year-old further said that there was no dispute between him and Horner.
"Christian Horner and I have known each other for many years. We're friends and have a strong mutual respect which continues and extends to other activities, such as our GP3 team and interest in finding and nurturing young racing talent." Webber said.
"The respect within the team extends to the drivers. I know I have a very good driver as a team-mate and I wouldn't want it any other way. We share information freely in team meetings and contribute to the development and improvement of our cars," he added.
Vettel was ahead in the drivers' championship going into Silverstone, but Webber's win there lifted him in front of the German. (ANI)
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