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Red Bull narrowly missed out on this race-winning F1 driver
Helmut Marko believed Lando Norris would have been a good fit for the Red Bull family and had negotiations with him before he joined McLaren. Norris, after his success in FIA Formula 2, ended up at McLaren for the 2019 F1 season alongside Carlos Sainz. Red Bull was in talks with Norris for their junior program as their sister team faced challenges in acquiring top talent. Marko disclosed that discussions were held regarding signing Norris in the past. While Marko considered Norris a good fit for Red Bull, they ultimately couldn’t secure his signature, highlighting the team’s focus on nurturing champions throughout their junior program. Marko reflected on working with past champions like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen, emphasizing their commitment and mental strength in pursuing excellence in Formula 1.
