Helmut Marko not hindered by Red Bull over doing what’s ‘best’ for Max Verstappen

Helmut Marko made it clear that he would not be hindered or limited by Red Bull in any way to do the best thing possible for Max Verstappen.

Helmut Marko not hindered by Red Bull over doing what’s ‘best’ for Max Verstappen

Helmut Marko and Max Verstappen (Via: Imago)

The late Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz‘s death caused a lot of problems for Helmut Marko regarding his job with the team. The Red Bull advisor was rumored to be ousted after being accused of leaking private information in the Christian Horner sexual assault saga. Regardless, the 81-year-old has continued working with the team and noted that he wouldn’t be hindered by anything in any way.

Helmut Marko and Christian Horner have made peace following the past rumors of the former leaking crucial information. Additionally, Marko shares a great bond with Max Verstappen and Jos Verstappen. Hence, the 81-year-old reckoned that his motivation to continue working in the sport even at such an advanced age was because of his passion, enthusiasm, and also his bond with the Verstappens.

My motivation is my passion, my enthusiasm for the sport and, of course, the strong bond with Max Verstappen and the Verstappens in general.

Helmut Marko told motorsport-magazin 
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However, despite the trying times during Dietrich Mateschitz‘s death, Marko stayed strong in his goal to work with Red Bull. Hence, after overcoming the issues, Marko made sure that his stay with Red Bull would not be hindered or limited in any way. As a result, the Austrian could make decisions in the best interest of Max Verstappen.

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Helmut Marko didn’t ‘need this job’ in Formula 1 and did it out of pure passion

Helmut Marko has worked with Red Bull for a very long time and is hopeful of continuing for a couple more years. However, following the suspension rumors, Marko declared that he was independent and was in Formula 1 out of his own will. The 81-year-old made it clear that he didn’t need this job and was doing it out of pure passion and his relationship with the Verstappens.

I am independent, I don’t need this job. 

Helmut Marko noted
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Max Verstappen, Helmut Marko, and Christian Horner (Via: Imago)

Red Bull has continued to work hard on improving their pace in the 2024 season. The team has already been ousted from the top spot in the constructors’ championship by McLaren. Hence, Verstappen will have to work extra hard to ensure he is able to maintain his top position ahead of a fast-charging Lando Norris.

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