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A spat between Jos Verstappen and Christian Horner is keeping tempers high in Austria, and Helmut Marko has called for an end to the situation.
Helmut Marko urged Christian Horner and Jos Verstappen to resolve their differences and focus on their on-track performance instead of their public spat. The feud escalated during the Austrian Grand Prix weekend when Jos criticized Horner’s stance on Max’s participation in a ‘Legends Parade’ at the Red Bull Ring. Jos even hinted at the possibility of Max joining Mercedes in 2025, adding to the tensions within the Red Bull team. Marko emphasized the need for the team to concentrate on their sporting performance, especially with McLaren posing a strong challenge in recent races. He made it clear that the team is prioritizing their on-track success over internal conflicts, stating that the focus should be on Max’s performance in the main race rather than trivial matters like a show run. Marko also highlighted the emerging competition from McLaren, particularly Lando Norris pressuring Verstappen on track. Despite the ongoing issues between Horner and Verstappen, Marko stressed that the team is committed to overcoming their challenges and staying competitive in the championship.
