P1racenews AI automatic summary:
An interesting update from Helmut Marko..
Helmut Marko has stated that Red Bull will announce their F1 driver line-up decision for next year in September or October. The uncertainty remains on Max Verstappen’s 2026 teammate. Liam Lawson replaced Sergio Perez briefly but was dropped after two races. Yuki Tsunoda has struggled to perform well, prompting speculation about a potential replacement. Isack Hadjar’s strong performance has garnered attention as a potential candidate for Red Bull’s F1 team. Despite being hailed as F1’s rookie of the season, it is undecided if Hadjar is ready to rival Verstappen. Marko emphasized that they need more time to observe the drivers before making a final decision. Tsunoda, reflecting on his recent progress, hopes to maintain his position at Red Bull but acknowledges the need for continued improvement to secure his future in F1.
