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Marko: Horner tried to get me suspended, Verstappen stopped it
Former Red Bull F1 chief Helmut Marko has made allegations against Christian Horner, claiming Horner plotted to have him suspended. This season marks the first time in 20 years that neither Horner nor Marko lead Red Bull, as the team has undergone significant personnel changes in recent years. Marko has expressed frustration towards his former boss, blaming Horner for delaying Max Verstappen’s world championship win. In a candid interview with De Limburger, Marko labeled Horner a ‘liar’ and accused him of engaging in ‘dirty tricks’ during their time together at Red Bull. Marko also claimed that some controversial statements attributed to him were actually fabricated by the Horner camp, suggesting a tumultuous relationship between the two. Despite alleged attempts by Horner to have him suspended, Marko credits Verstappen’s intervention for preventing this outcome and reflects on the challenging dynamics within the team.
