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Helmut Marko has made a big decision about his future after F1 exit.
Helmut Marko has confirmed that he will not be making a comeback to Formula 1 after leaving Red Bull. Marko, an 82-year-old Austrian, departed from his role as Red Bull’s motorsport advisor at the end of the 2025 season after 20 years of service. He played a crucial role in Red Bull’s success in Formula 1 since the team’s inception in 2005, contributing to their six constructors’ championships and eight drivers’ titles. Responsible for nurturing talents like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen through Red Bull’s junior driver development program, Marko has categorically stated that returning to F1 is completely out of the question for him. Following his departure, Marko has been enjoying a more relaxed lifestyle, free from the pressures of the F1 world, stating that he still keeps track of the sport’s developments but does not feel the same level of responsibility as before.
