Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez are enjoying some unprecedented dominance on the F1 track. But they will not have been able to make history without the support of the entire Red Bull camp. Many people work quietly behind the scenes to ensure the team’s success. Fiona Hewitson is one such person. Her name has come out of the Red Bull camp on several occasions. But who exactly is Hewitson, and what is her role within Red Bull?
Hewitson is reportedly team principal Christian Horner‘s personal assistant. Being a team principal’s personal assistant is a big deal. Away from the cameras and the glitz and glamour, people like Hewitson make sure everything runs smoothly in the team.
Although her exact job role remains unknown, F1 lead reports that she is a PR specialist who manages their racing communication. Additionally, she helps manage her boss’s time, scheduling meetings, making appointments, etc.
Interestingly, Red Bull isn’t Hewitson’s first foray into the world of motorsports. Earlier, she had worked at KV Racing Technology in IndyCar across the pond.
Where does Fiona Hewitson work?
According to sources, Hewitson does not work out of their Milton-Keynes factory. Instead, she works at a ‘Red Bull Representation’ office, which is located in London. She meets up with Horner, Verstappen, Perez, and other members of the Red Bull team during their races around the world, or if they need to go on business trips.
Milton-Keynes is where Red Bull’s technical brains are located. Figures like Adrian Newey work out of their headquarters, where the wind tunnel, simulator, and other developmental facilities are present.
It is likely that people who work on an administrative level like Hewitson, work from the representation office in London. Being a huge company, there may be several Red Bull offices situated in the United Kingdom and the rest of Europe. For the drivers, however, operating out of Milton Keynes is a must.
Red Bull has had a strong start to the 2024 season. On the track, they seem dominant once again, with Verstappen winning the Bahrain GP by more than 20 seconds. Perez followed him to secure a 1-2 finish for them.
Red Bull aiming to continue its success
The upcoming round of the 2024 season takes place in Jeddah. The Corniche Circuit, which plays host to the Saudi Arabian GP, is expected to level the playing field considerably, according to Ferrari boss Frederic Vasseur.
Did you know … @SChecoPerez claimed his first two career pole positions at the Saudi Arabian GP in 2022 and 2023, as well as being the all-time lap leader of the racetrack, leading 61 overall! #SaudiArabianGP pic.twitter.com/aGAQxmuPpt
— Oracle Red Bull Racing (@redbullracing) March 6, 2024
However, Red Bull remains the favorite to win the outing. The RB20 seems to have the least tire degradation of any of the teams, and they will use it to their advantage. Last season, Perez won the race in Jeddah, with Verstappen finishing right behind him.
Meanwhile, Ferrari, who showed promise in Bahrain, will be hoping for better race pace, so that they can give Verstappen and Perez a run for their money.
