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Red Bull braced for major F1 exit
According to The Telegraph, Red Bull F1 chief Helmut Marko is set to leave the team by the end of the year, preceding Christian Horner’s departure. Marko’s future with the team has been uncertain, as mentioned during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Max Verstappen, Red Bull’s leading driver, has a strong relationship with Marko, whom he considers a mentor. Marko’s departure raises questions about the team’s future strategy and Verstappen’s long-term commitment to Red Bull. Red Bull’s team principal, Laurent Mekies, acknowledges Marko’s significant contributions and the need for adapting and improving continuously in Formula 1. GPFans have reached out to Red Bull for further information.
