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Guenther Steiner believes Laurent Mekies will usher in a new era of “calm” at Red Bull, after the volatile period it has just ended.
Guenther Steiner expressed surprise at the explosive departure of Helmut Marko from Red Bull, criticizing the Austrian for his scathing attack on former team boss Christian Horner post his seemingly peaceful exit. Marko, 82, retired as motorsport advisor for the energy drinks manufacturer at the close of the 2025 F1 season, ending his two-decade tenure at the Milton Keynes-based team. Following the usual positive press release, Marko’s critical comments emerged in an interview with De Telegraaf, directed particularly towards Horner, who had been removed as team principal after the British Grand Prix. Steiner acknowledged the lingering unrest at Red Bull, suggesting a gradual resolution process, and expressed surprise at Marko’s sudden exit, speculating it was due to age and the taxing demands of F1 travel. Despite the unexpected departure, he anticipates hearing more from Marko in the future, anticipating continued drama and entertainment.
