Red Bull’s motorsport advisor Helmut Marko expressed concerns about Max Verstappen’s chances of securing a fourth straight Formula 1 world title after Lando Norris’s impressive 23-second win at the Dutch Grand Prix. Marko praised Norris’s speed and revealed that Red Bull must bring new developments to every race to reclaim their winning form, which has been elusive since the Spanish GP in late June.
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Red Bull Racing has reiterated its commitment to Sergio Perez as the ideal team-mate for Max Verstappen, despite recent dips in performance. Team advisor Helmut Marko has dismissed rumors of replacement drivers, stating that Perez remains their ‘best solution’ as they focus on stability and consistent results in the tight Formula 1 constructors’ championship race.
Sergio Perez’s place at Red Bull Racing is under evaluation as the team looks to address his recent slump in performance. With Perez’s contract reportedly containing clauses related to points, Red Bull may be forced to consider other options, including the possibility of promoting reserve driver Liam Lawson or bringing in Daniel Ricciardo from McLaren. The upcoming summer break will be crucial as Red Bull determines the best path forward for its second driver position alongside the dominant Max Verstappen.
With Daniel Ricciardo’s future at Red Bull uncertain, the team’s advisor Helmut Marko has dropped a hint that Liam Lawson could be in line to replace the veteran driver in 2025. This move would be driven by Red Bull’s shareholders’ desire to integrate young talent into the lineup.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has disclosed that Yuki Tsunoda, the rising star of the AlphaTauri Formula 1 team, was highly sought after by rival teams before the announcement of his contract extension through the 2025 season. This news comes as a boost to AlphaTauri’s ambitions, as the young Japanese driver continues to impress with his performances on the track.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has made a bold claim that Max Verstappen would have won the Canadian Grand Prix even if he were driving a McLaren or Mercedes car, showcasing the Dutch driver’s exceptional skills and race-reading abilities. Meanwhile, Lando Norris believes McLaren should have taken the top spot, while George Russell’s Mercedes showed promise from pole position. As the Formula 1 calendar moves on to Spain, fans can expect more thrilling battles between the top teams, with Verstappen and Red Bull aiming to maintain their momentum.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has weighed in on Sergio Perez’s recent struggles, citing psychological factors as the primary cause of his woes. This comes after Perez suffered a disappointing Q1 exit at the Canadian Grand Prix, marking his second consecutive early elimination.
Sergio Perez suffered a disappointing Formula 1 qualifying session in Montreal, mirroring his exit in the opening stage of qualifying two weeks ago in Monaco. The Mexican driver qualified only 16th, failing to make it into Q2 after being edged out by Alex Albon.
Red Bull finds itself in an enviable position as it prepares to finalize its driver lineup for the 2025 Formula 1 season. Helmut Marko, the team’s esteemed advisor, has revealed the company’s ‘luxury problem’ of selecting the right drivers to partner Max Verstappen, with Sergio Perez’s contract extension solidifying one seat. The future of Daniel Ricciardo remains uncertain, but Marko has highlighted the impressive performances of Liam Lawson and Ayumu Iwasa, with the latter eyeing a potential Formula 1 debut.