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Helmut Marko hints Red Bull had ‘given up’ under Christian Horner
According to Helmut Marko, Red Bull gave up on their season during the summer but saw positive changes under Laurent Mekies, who replaced Christian Horner. When Mekies took over, Red Bull was in fourth place in the constructors’ championship with no clear path to improvement. Max Verstappen’s three recent victories and proximity to the drivers’ title have rejuvenated the team. Marko credits Mekies for the improved technical setup that has brought Red Bull closer to their competitors on race weekends. Verstappen is now a strong contender for the 2025 drivers’ championship, with only a 40-point gap to leader Oscar Piastri. The Dutch driver’s performance has lifted Red Bull to within three points of Ferrari in the constructors’ standings, showcasing the team’s resurgence under Mekies and Verstappen’s leadership.
