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Uncertainty surrounds the future of Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko following the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko’s future with the F1 team is uncertain as retirement rumors circulate following the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Marko indicated that he is unsure of continuing in his role for the 2026 season and will have discussions before deciding his next steps.
After Max Verstappen lost the 2025 F1 championship to Lando Norris, Red Bull’s team principal Laurent Mekies hinted at potential organizational changes.
Mekies praised Marko for his support and acknowledged the need for adjustments in the dynamic F1 environment.
Marko faced backlash for accusing Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli of aiding Norris at the Qatar Grand Prix, later apologizing for his remarks.
Verstappen’s race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase displayed emotions post-race, with support from Marko and other Red Bull team members.
Lambiase had a challenging season due to personal reasons, highlighting the emotional toll of the year for the team.
