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Tensions remain high surrounding Red Bull’s ongoing turmoil despite on-track success.
Red Bull team principal, Christian Horner, acknowledges that he cannot pressure Max Verstappen to stay with the team if he decides to leave. The team has faced internal turmoil recently due to allegations against Horner, which were dismissed after an independent investigation by Red Bull GmbH. Tensions have escalated between different figures within Red Bull, including Horner, Jos Verstappen, and Helmut Marko. Despite speculation about Marko’s potential suspension, which has been confirmed not to be the case, Max Verstappen has shown strong support for the motorsport advisor. Horner reassured that there are no existing issues or tension between him and Max within the team. He emphasized that they cannot force anyone to stay against their will, even if they have a contract, and expressed confidence in Max’s commitment and passion for the team going forward.
