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Helmut Marko leaves Red Bull
Helmut Marko has announced he will depart from Red Bull at the end of the year, confirming the news in an official statement.
Marko, who has been in motorsport for over six decades and with Red Bull for more than 20 years, expressed pride in what the team has achieved together.
His decision to leave comes after the team narrowly missed out on the world championship this season.
Red Bull CEO Oliver Mintzlaff regrets Marko’s departure, stating he has been an influential figure for more than two decades.
Marko has played a vital role in nurturing drivers like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen during his time with Red Bull.
His departure marks the end of an extraordinary era for the team, alongside other high-profile exits like that of Christian Horner earlier this year.
