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Max Verstappen pays tribute to his ‘second father’
Max Verstappen expressed his gratitude towards Red Bull F1 advisor Helmut Marko following Marko’s recent departure from the team. Red Bull officially confirmed Marko’s exit after the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, marking the conclusion of his over 20-year involvement with the team. Marko played a key role in establishing and nurturing Red Bull’s junior team, which has produced F1 stars like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen. Verstappen, who has known Marko since he was 15, described him as a vital figure at Red Bull and likened him to a ‘second father’. In response to Red Bull’s announcement, Verstappen took to social media to thank Marko and acknowledge their shared achievements and dreams. Marko, reflecting on his departure, emphasized his pride in the team’s accomplishments and expressed confidence in Red Bull’s future success, aiming for world championship titles in the upcoming season.
