Milton Keynes, February 3: Red Bull on Thursday have nailed down the date on which they will reveal the car with which Max Verstappen will defend his Formula 1 title.

The 2022 Red Bull F1 car will be called RB18, and will be launched on February 9 - nine days before rivals Mercedes launch their W13. Last season saw Verstappen win his maiden F1 title in a thrilling finale at Abu Dhabi, at the helm of the RB16B. Also Read | PSL 2022 Live Streaming Online in India: Watch Free Telecast of Quetta Gladiators vs Islamabad United, Pakistan Super League 7 Match in IST.

Mexican racer Sergio Perez continues with Red Bull, readying for his second season with the drivers' championship-winning team. This season will also see Red Bull Powertrains supply engines for the first time, as Honda have departed the sport.

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