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Max Verstappen had hinted his future could lie away from Red Bull if Helmut Marko leaves the team.
Christian Horner emphasized that no individual is more important than Red Bull and that the team does not compel people to stay. Reports surfaced before the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix qualifying suggesting that Helmut Marko might be suspended by Red Bull due to the team’s investigation of possible recent media leaks. Max Verstappen, after securing pole position, expressed strong support for Marko, implying that his own future could be uncertain if Marko were to depart. Verstappen was probed further post-race about potentially leaving the team in 2024 and foregoing a world title in ’25 but evaded a direct response. Horner mentioned that numerous drivers are interested in the available Red Bull seat for the next season, with Sergio Perez’s contract concluding after the 2024 campaign. Horner reiterated the team’s unity, emphasizing that everyone’s priority is the team’s performance and that individual passion and commitment fuel Red Bull Racing’s exceptional results, indicating a continued dedication for the future.
