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Helmut Marko deems Mercedes W15 a ‘flash in the pan’ amidst HORRENDOUS start to 2024

The Mercedes team has got off to another disappointing start under the current set of F1 regulations. After their disappointing 2023 campaign, the team had hopes of turning the tables, but things have only gotten worse!

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Marko Hints Perez Might Get Contract For 2025 If He Comes With 'Reasonable' Conditions

Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko hinted in a recent interview Sergio Perez might get a contract under two conditions. Sergio Perez has been with Red Bull ever since the start of the 2021 season.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 26

Helmut Marko claims Sergio Perez has come up with ‘reasonable conditions’ regarding a contract extension with Red Bull

Red Bull has once again aced the third year of the ground-effect era. Milton Keynes’ drivers Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez have comfortably secured the top two spots in the drivers’ championship.

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 25

Marko Names 3 Non-Red Bull Drivers That Have 'Suriprised' In 2024 So Far

In his review of the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix, Helmut Marko reflected on some drivers outside of Red Bull Racing that surprised him positively in the first five race weekends of the season.

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 25

Marko Praises 'Significantly Better' Perez After Chinese Grand Prix

Helmut Marko ( Red Bull's motorsport advisor) discussed Sergio Perez's performance after the first five race weekends of the season. After achieving P3

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 25

Ricciardo 'Robbed Of All Chances' After Stroll's Crash Says Marko

Helmut Marko made his feelings about the incident between Daniel Ricciardo and Lance Stroll clear when he suggested the RB driver "was robbed" after their collision.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 25

Helmut Marko admits Max Verstappen’s dominant qualifying streak might end at Miami GP

The 2024 Formula 1 season has seen three-time World Champion, Max Verstappen continue his dominant streak. The Dutchman has won four out of the five races this season, and were it not for his mechanical problems in Australia, he’d probably have had a clean sweep.

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 25

Marko Describes 'Critical Moment' That Almost Destroyed Verstappen's Race

Helmut Marko described a few of Max Verstappen's moments before the end of the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix that raised the heart rate on Red Bull's pit wall.

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 24

Two Tracks Where Red Bull Could Struggle Identified By Marko

Helmut Marko ( Red Bull's motorsport advisor) identified two tracks where Red Bull could struggle to win or at least qualify for the pole. While some of the top five teams hoped to catch up with Red Bull at the start of this season, the first five race weekends revealed it won't be so easy.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 24

Helmut Marko deems Max Verstappen ‘UNBEATABLE’ seeing his insanely dominant performances in 2024

Max Verstappen continues his dominant run in the pinnacle of motorsport even during the 2024 season. Verstappen already scored four races wins, courtesy of the impressive RB20.

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 24

Perez's Surprising Contract Demand Revealed By Marko

Red Bull's motorsport advisor, Helmut Marko, revealed Sergio Perez's contract demand amid negotiations for a future seat at Red Bull. The Milton Keynes team is currently searching for the most suitable driver to take over from Max Verstappen from the 2025 season onwards.

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 24

'Don't Say It's Boring': Norris's Claim About Verstappen's Dominance Addressed By Marko

Helmut Marko reacted to Lando Norris's claims after the end of the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race weekend. There were two races (sprint and the Grand Prix) during the fifth round of the season at Shanghai International Circuit, and Max Verstappen comfortably won both of them.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 24

Helmut Marko claims Sergio Perez eyed a ‘3-year contract extension’ amidst fierce fight for the 2025 seat

The heat is really on in the drivers market ahead of the 2025 season. Several drivers’ current contracts are coming to a close and with Sergio Perez also being on the same train, Red Bull adviser, Helmut Marko has admitted that the Mexican initially had his eyes set on a three-year extension.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 22

Helmut Marko admits to Lando Norris being in Red Bulls ‘FOCUS’ regarding a potential link-up with star driver Max Verstappen

Red Bull has been showcasing consistent performance ever since the beginning of the 2024 season. Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez have consistently scored good points without any major mistakes.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 19

'Pure Speculation', Christian Horner refutes Helmut Marko’s claims of Red Bull being in talks with Carlos Sainz for 2025

Carlos Sainz is without a doubt the most sought-after driver on the grid. After his astonishing win in Australia, he was able to catch the eye of Red Bull.

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 18

Marko Fuels Ricciardo Replacement Speculations With Liam Lawson Statement

Helmut Marko commented on the situation surrounding Daniel Ricciardo and his possible substitute, Liam Lawson, during one of his latest interviews ahead of the 2024 season's fifth round.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 18

Helmut Marko claims Red Bull can’t ‘match’ Audi’s ‘lucrative offer’ to Carlos Sainz

Carlos Sainz‘s future in F1 is one of the hot topics on the paddock currently. The Spaniard was rumored to have initiated talks with multiple teams for the upcoming season.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 17

Helmut Marko reveals the ‘ultimate test’ that Red Bull put Max Verstappen through during the 2014 Suzuka event

Red Bull’s senior advisor, Helmut Marko has recently opened up about, how Red Bull made Max Verstappen drive at the free practice of Suzuka in 2014, to test his potential.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / April 14

Helmut Marko gives verdict on Tsunoda Red Bull chances

Yuki Tsunoda has emerged as a stand-out performer to start the 2024 season. The 23-year-old is driving at a high level on both Saturdays and Sundays, claiming strong points in a VCARB 01 machine that has generally fallen short of expectations.

Formula One News / Racing Infinity / April 13

Marko Warns About One Area That Could Produce Problems For Red Bull In China

Red Bull's motorsport advisor, Helmut Marko, outlined one area that might complicate the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix weekend for his team. Red Bull already encountered one setback on their way to the 2024 Championship title during the Australian Grand Prix, where the Austrian team scored only 10 points and allowed Ferrari to catch up.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 13

Helmut Marko hopes Red Bull faces ‘no surprises’ at the Chinese GP after disastrous weekend in Melbourne

Red Bull has dominated Formula 1 since the start of ground effect era. Milton Keynes won three out of the four races this season except for the Australian GP.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 11

'Price is high,' Helmut Marko claims many parties interested in acquiring Red Bull’s sister F1 team

With recent developments and a rise in popularity, F1 team’s evaluations have skyrocketed, and the barrier to joining F1 has risen. There were rumors at the start of this season that Red Bull might sell their sister team RB, but the reports were quickly rejected by the Austrian teams’ leaders.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / April 9