Red Bull boss expects wins in 2009

Red Bull Racing launched their new RB4 at Jerez in Spain yesterday, and the team have high hopes of making a big step forward over last year.

But despite a mood of optimism at the team, Mateschitz insists that his victory ambitions are on hold until 2009 as he sees his team taking the challenge to BMW Sauber, Renault and Williams this season.

"With all senses for reality I have an excellent feeling for this season," said Mateschitz, who flew into Jerez for the launch of the new car.

"The RB3 car was totally new and needed a year of development until we reached its potential. Starting with the 2007 Japanese GP there was significant improvement.

"The team really worked hard, sorted out the initial problems. We built the RB4 on that basis. For 2008 I expect us to fight with BMW, Renault, and Williams for third in the constructors' championship."

When asked whether he expected a victory this year, he said: "I doubt it can happen in a race under normal circumstances. We target wins for 2009. This season both drivers should achieve two or three podiums each."

Although Red Bull Racing are now entering their fourth season in F1, Mateschitz says he is not getting impatient waiting for success.

"I do not believe that my patience will be tested this year," he said. "In fact, I never expected that F1 would be easy."