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Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko has outlined what he feels was the “deciding factor” in Max Verstappen extending his lead in the F1 drivers’ title to 57 points at the United States Grand Prix.
During the United States Grand Prix, Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko emphasized that Lando Norris’ five-second time penalty was the pivotal moment in the team’s race. Norris was penalized for overtaking Max Verstappen off-track, dropping from third to fourth place. McLaren disputed the stewards’ decision as inappropriate, while Marko supported the penalty, acknowledging its importance in securing crucial championship points. Ferrari’s one-two finish at the race brought them back into contention for the constructors’ championship, now trailing Red Bull by only eight points. Marko expressed concern over Ferrari’s improving form and hopes they do not maintain their performance. He believes the battle is far from over and emphasizes the significance of each point in the championship standings.
