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Marko apologises for “offensive” Perez remarks
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko recently made controversial comments about Red Bull driver Sergio Perez, suggesting that his nationality as a South American was to blame for some of his performance issues. These comments not only insulted Perez, but also caused a stir in Mexico as the country is officially part of North America. In response to the backlash, Marko issued an apology through Red Bull’s own channel ServusTV, stating that he does not believe in generalizing about people based on their country, race, or ethnicity. Despite having a contract with Red Bull until 2024, there has been speculation about Perez’s future at the team, and he hinted at the possibility of exploring other alternatives if he doesn’t feel he can contribute to team success. McLaren has also taken steps to address its drag issues for the 2023 F1 season.
Source: Autosport.com
