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Zak Brown and Guenther Steiner make their feelings clear on Helmut Marko controversy

Helmut Marko, a key advisor at Red Bull Racing, has come under heavy scrutiny for making xenophobic comments about Formula 1 driver Sergio Perez.  Marko’s remarks, which insinuated that Perez’s focus was lacking compared to Max Verstappen due to his South American origin, have sparked outrage within the Formula 1 community.  Despite Sergio Perez hailing

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Sergio Perez meets with Helmut Marko

Sergio Perez has gracefully accepted an apology from Helmut Marko, Red Bull’s motorsport advisor, following Marko’s controversial xenophobic comments.  Marko had suggested in an interview with Servus TV that Perez’s performance struggles were linked to his South American background, insinuating that South Americans lacked focus compared to Europeans.  Although Marko later retracted his comments, the

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Sergio Perez makes shocking claim about Helmut Marko scandal

Helmut Marko, Red Bull Racing’s key advisor, has come under scrutiny for his recent remarks about Formula 1 driver Sergio Perez, wrongly referring to him as “South American” in connection with his performance struggles in the 2023 season.  The comment, though subsequently apologised for by Marko, has generated significant controversy and discussion. Since the commencement

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Helmut Marko apologises to Sergio Perez after Mexican GP organisers release statement

Dr. Helmut Marko, Red Bull’s key advisor, has backtracked on his previous comments that linked Sergio Perez’s nationality to his mental attributes as a driver.  The controversial remarks sparked a backlash, with critics labelling them as racist.  Marko’s comments had caused a stir when he suggested that Mexican driver Perez, being “South American,” lacks the

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Helmut Marko digs a deeper hole for himself

Helmut Marko, the key advisor at Red Bull Racing, has come under fire for his comments regarding Formula 1 driver Sergio Perez’s focus and nationality. Marko’s remarks, made after Perez’s performance at the Italian Grand Prix, have ignited a debate on stereotyping and the impact of such remarks in the world of motorsport. During the

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Red Bull say they want Lando Norris to replace Sergio Perez

Helmut Marko, a senior Red Bull advisor, has hinted at the possibility of Lando Norris replacing Sergio Perez. Marko’s revelation comes as he sheds light on a past agreement between Norris and Toro Rosso, highlighting the young driver’s potential as a formidable addition to the Red Bull lineup. Marko did not hold back in his

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Red Bull warn their rivals over new regulations

In a recent statement, Helmut Marko, an influential figure within Red Bull’s Formula 1 team, confidently proclaimed that the team stands ‘miles ahead’ of its competitors in engine development, attributing their success to an aggressive recruitment strategy.  As the automotive world anticipates a wave of new regulations to be introduced in 2026, Red Bull’s claim

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Christian Horner rubs salt into Mercedes and Ferrari’s wound

Christian Horner has expressed his delight at Red Bull’s utter dominance of the F1 arena this season and doesn’t want anything to change for “years to come.” Red Bull has won 12 out of 12 races this season, as well as all three Sprint races. Max Verstappen takes the lion’s share of this achievement having

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Red Bull chief finally addresses retirement rumours

The motorsport community has been buzzing with rumours and speculation surrounding the potential retirement of Dr. Helmut Marko.  The distinguished Austrian, who holds a contractual commitment until 2024, has taken it upon himself to quell these speculations, affirming that he has no intention of stepping away from his role after the current season concludes.  In

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