Red Bull’s Formula 1 team is facing a new crisis as a dispute involving Helmut Marko emerges, which could potentially impact Max Verstappen’s future with the team. While Red Bull has been performing exceptionally well on the track, off-track issues seem to be piling up. It all started with an investigation into team principal Christian Horner’s alleged misconduct, followed by a fallout between Horner and Verstappen’s father, Jos. Now, a new problem has arisen concerning Marko, who holds significant influence within Red Bull Racing. Marko is currently being investigated by Red Bull GmbH for leaked information, possibly unrelated to the ongoing investigation into Horner. The exact nature of the concerns raised by Red Bull’s parent company remains unclear, but it is believed to involve private comments made by Marko to certain parties, including the media. Marko is not an official spokesperson for Red Bull and there have been discussions about the possibility of his suspension. Verstappen, in a press conference after securing pole position, expressed his respect and loyalty towards Marko, emphasizing the importance of keeping key individuals within the team. He hinted that his own decision regarding his future at Red Bull would be influenced by Marko’s fate. Verstappen’s strong support for Marko contrasts with his more reserved comments about Horner in a previous press conference, indicating that Marko’s situation holds more weight in Verstappen’s decision-making process. It has been rumored that Verstappen’s contractual obligations to Red Bull may be tied to Marko’s presence within the team. This recent development highlights the complex power struggle within Red Bull and suggests that Verstappen’s loyalty lies with Marko rather than either faction vying for control.
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