Helmut Marko, a key figure in the Red Bull F1 team, has been surrounded by uncertainty following the departure of a prominent member. This has sparked speculation about the future of important personnel within the team, including Marko himself, who was rumored to be considering a move elsewhere. However, Red Bull CEO has stated that Marko’s move to another team, specifically Brackley, is currently impossible.
Red Bull has faced internal struggles throughout the 2024 season. Although their on-track performances showed improvement, the news of Adrian Newey’s departure caused chaos within the team. This led to rumors of both Marko and another individual leaving Red Bull and potentially joining Mercedes.
However, Oliver Mintzlaff, a representative of Red Bull, completely dismissed the idea of Marko joining the German team. He emphasized that Marko’s departure should not even be a consideration and highlighted his close ties to the team’s leadership. Mintzlaff acknowledged Marko’s significant contributions to Red Bull over the years and described him as a crucial figure around whom the team revolves.
Mintzlaff urged the team to restore a harmonious working environment and encouraged key figures to trust in the management. However, his plea was not heeded by Adrian Newey, who decided to leave the team after a successful tenure spanning nearly two decades. Mintzlaff recognized Newey as the driving force behind Red Bull’s success and praised his role as the team’s greatest designer.
Shifting his perspective, Mintzlaff expressed confidence that Red Bull can continue building fast cars without Newey. However, rivals believe Newey’s departure is just the beginning of a series of major exits. Whether Red Bull will decline in the rankings or maintain its lead remains to be seen in the coming months.