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Red Bull entered the 2025 season hoping to reclaim the Constructors’ Championship from rivals McLaren after finishing third in the standings last year.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 22

Helmut Marko declares Max Verstappen ‘pushed to the limit’ at Saudi Arabian GP

Formula 1’s reigning world champion, Max Verstappen has not had the best of starts in 2025. The Dutch driver faces a stiff challenge against McLaren this year as Red Bull struggle against the Woking-based squad.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 21

Helmut Marko Sounds Off On 'Harsh' Verstappen Time Penalty

Dr. Helmut Marko stated that "inconsistency" hindered Red Bull's chances of winning the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Max Verstappen started in pole position, but Oscar Piastri was side-by-side with Verstappen at the race's start, prompting both to fight aggressively for the lead.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 19

Helmut Marko Names Former F1 Champion as 'Ideal Successor' at Red Bull

Red Bull Racing advisor Helmut Marko has identified Sebastian Vettel as his ideal successor in his role within the team. Marko has been a key figure within the Red Bull team, managing the team's junior program and exerting significant influence over driver decisions.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / April 14

Marko has 'great concern' over Verstappen future

Red Bull motorsport adviser Helmut Marko says he has "great concern" about Max Verstappen's future with the team.

Formula One News / SportsMole / April 14

Marko fears Verstappen exit as Red Bull slumps

As Red Bull's performance plummets alongside Max Verstappen's morale, rumours are reigniting that the team could lose its star driver. While McLaren celebrated Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri's 1-2 in the drivers' standings after Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix, Red Bull held an urgent meeting.

Formula One News / SportsMole / April 11

Verstappen title chase safe despite baby on way

Max Verstappen's 2025 season is set to proceed seamlessly, despite the imminent arrival of his first child with Kelly Piquet. Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko assured Kronen Zeitung newspaper that the due date aligns neatly with a gap in the hectic Formula 1 schedule.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / April 7

Marko: Piastri 'looked like the faster driver' for McLaren in Japan

McLaren saw a familiar story unfold at the Japanese GP – Max Verstappen claiming victory despite being at a car disadvantage. Norris and Piastri paid the price for mistakes in qualifying, with the Dutchman asserting himself in the title race at Suzuka.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Helmut Marko Shares Thoughts on Red Bull Driver Swap After Japanese Grand Prix

Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko gave his verdict on the Red Bull driver swap after Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson gave lackluster performances in the Japanese Grand Prix.

Formula One News / SportsMole / April 4

Marko insists no Verstappen exit clauses active yet

Dr Helmut Marko appears to be at odds with Red Bull's recent driver management choices. The 81-year-old Austrian, renowned in the Formula 1 paddock for his focus on driver selection, has hinted at discord over last year's decision to extend Sergio Perez's contract—a move that ultimately cost Red Bull millions to terminate.

Formula One News / SportsMole / April 4

Bortoleto faced up to Marko after 'B driver' insult

Formula 1 newcomer Gabriel Bortoleto directly addressed Dr Helmut Marko after the Red Bull advisor branded him a 'B-grade' driver in recent media remarks.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Helmut Marko claims Newey objected to promoting Tsunoda

Since making the decision to replace Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda, Red Bull have scrambled to try and control the narrative. For obvious reasons, the Austrian team’s driver management is being called into question.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / March 31

The stats behind Red Bull's second seat carousel

BBC Sport's Ritchie Blackman discusses Red Bull's motorsport adviser Helmut Marko and how driver rotation has been a constant for the six-time constructors' championship winners.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / March 31

Red Bull's second seat dilemma - F1 Breakdown

BBC Sport's Ritchie Blackman discusses Red Bull's motorsport adviser Helmut Marko and how driver rotation has been a constant for the six-time constructors' championship winners.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / March 29

Helmut Marko hints at ‘summer break’ exit clause for Max Verstappen

Red Bull has faced an extremely dire situation heading into the 2025 season. The fundamental issues in the previous year’s challenger have seemed to carry over into the current season as well.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / March 29

Helmut Marko gives final verdict on Yuki Tsunoda’s Red Bull seat security

Red Bull Racing has become the biggest talk of the paddock in the past week. Milton Keynes have demoted Liam Lawson just two races into the 2025 season in favor of Yuki Tsunoda.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

Helmut Marko not moved by 'embarrassing' Hadjar tears

It is no secret that Red Bull juniors are under immense pressure to perform, more so than most F1 rookies. Understandably, Hadjar was devastated after committing such a costly error – and Marko’s response certainly won’t make things any better.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

McLaren could be 'one second faster' than Red Bull, warns Marko

For large parts of last season, the top four teams were capable of winning races. Although McLaren had the fastest overall package, they were consistently under threat from Ferrari, Red Bull and Mercedes.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / February 1

Helmut Marko Opens Up On Red Bull F1 Future Amid Exit Rumors

Helmut Marko, despite being 81 years old, continues to play a strong role in the Formula 1 scene as a consultant for Red Bull Racing. His motivation to stay active stems from two main reasons.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 29

Helmut Marko Reveals Design Direction of RB21 for 2025 F1 Season: 'Final Steps'

In an effort to reclaim their dominance in Formula 1, Red Bull Racing is gearing up for the 2025 season with a new approach for their car, the RB21. Helmut Marko, an advisor to the team, has shared details of the design direction they are taking as they enter the final stages of development.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / October 24

Red Bull chief hints at bombshell talks with this McLaren driver

Red Bull senior advisor, Dr. Helmut Marko, has made an astonishing claim that could send shockwaves across the whole Formula 1 world should his claim become a reality.

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Formula One News / Motorsports on SI / October 14

Helmut Marko Calls Out Red Bull Error As Championship Hope Rests On US GP Upgrade

Red Bull senior advisor Helmut Marko has pinpointed the team's error that cost Max Verstappen a crucial victory at the Dutch GP in Zandvoort, his home race.