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Verstappen deserved penalty for Russell clash - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has admitted Max Verstappen was rightly penalised for his controversial contact with George Russell during Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix.Jun 4, 11:00
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Conspiracy claims about Verstappen crash are 'stupid' - boss
Christian Horner has lashed out at wild speculation suggesting Max Verstappen deliberately collided with George Russell at the Spanish GP to trigger a contract exit clause.Jun 3, 11:30
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Piastri's 'boring' style may be key to 2025 F1 crown
While Max Verstappen's aggressive Barcelona antics made most of the headlines, Oscar Piastri quietly strengthened his claim to the 2025 Formula 1 world championship.Jun 2, 13:30
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Wild Verstappen clash may trigger contract exit clause
Conspiracy theories are gaining traction after Max Verstappen's controversial contact with George Russell in Barcelona, which has left his championship campaign in serious jeopardy.Jun 2, 13:00
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Verstappen defends Tsunoda - 'He's not a pancake'
Max Verstappen has stepped in to defend current teammate Yuki Tsunoda, suggesting Red Bull's ongoing car issues are at the heart of the problem — not the driver.Jun 1, 14:30
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Red Bull realistic about Barcelona GP hopes
Red Bull is setting modest expectations for Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix, with Dr Helmut Marko conceding that a win may be out of reach.Jun 1, 12:30
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Verstappen to race GT3 in 2025 with Red Bull blessing
Max Verstappen will become one of the rare modern Formula 1 drivers to compete in two top-level racing series in a single season, with Red Bull allowing him to make a GT3 debut later in 2025.Jun 1, 12:00
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Rivals gained, but McLaren still ahead - Marko
The FIA's tougher flexi-wing regulations may have levelled the field slightly, but McLaren still appears to be the benchmark.May 31, 11:15
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Verstappen clause leak 'wrong and confidential' - Marko
Red Bull's Helmut Marko has rubbished new rumours about Max Verstappen's alleged contract exit clause, calling the latest reports from the British press "nonsense".May 31, 10:45
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Vasseur shrugs off Hamilton's latest radio comments
While Charles Leclerc appears to be regaining confidence in Ferrari's 2025 car, teammate Lewis Hamilton is clearly struggling — and not hiding it.May 31, 10:15
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McLaren's driver equality a boost for Red Bull - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has hinted that his secondary hope for the Monaco Grand Prix played out just as he predicted - all thanks to McLaren's insistence on driver equality.May 28, 12:27
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Will flexi-wing clampdown change the game?
Red Bull is looking to regain momentum this weekend in Barcelona as new rules targeting flexible front wings come into effect.May 26, 11:50
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Marko hints at summer driver shakeup at Red Bull
Dr Helmut Marko has not closed the door on further changes to Red Bull's driver lineup — potentially even before the end of the current season.May 26, 11:40
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Marko impressed by 'cool' Norris after Monaco pole
Dr Helmut Marko has offered rare praise for Lando Norris after the McLaren driver secured pole position in Monaco.May 25, 10:00
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Marko frustrated as Tsunoda misses Q3 in Monaco
Dr Helmut Marko continues to apply pressure to Yuki Tsunoda amid a difficult run of form for the Japanese driver.May 25, 08:38
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Ferrari stuns Monaco field as McLaren admits deficit
Ferrari has emerged as the team to beat at Monaco, with even McLaren's Zak Brown conceding that Charles Leclerc is simply too fast this weekend.May 24, 10:05
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Hadjar emerging as real Tsunoda challenger - Marko
Isack Hadjar is fast becoming a serious contender to partner Max Verstappen at Red Bull Racing, according to the team's influential advisor, Dr Helmut Marko.May 24, 09:35
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Norris comeback would boost Red Bull title chances - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko is hoping Lando Norris finds his groove again in Monaco, as Red Bull looks to revive Max Verstappen's championship bid.May 23, 12:15
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'100% chance' Verstappen stays at Red Bull - insider
Two seasoned Formula 1 insiders believe speculation about Max Verstappen's potential departure from Red Bull is quickly becoming a thing of the past.May 22, 11:00
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Wurz emerges as potential third challenger to FIA boss
A third potential rival to Mohammed Ben Sulayem's presidency of the FIA may now be preparing to enter the race for motorsport's top job.May 22, 10:30
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Lawson's F1 future in doubt as Hadjar, Lindblad impress
Liam Lawson may be running out of time to prove he belongs in Formula 1, according to former Red Bull driver Robert Doornbos.May 21, 09:35
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Imola breakthrough crucial for Verstappen's future - Marko
Red Bull's return to form at Imola was about more than just a race win, according to Dr Helmut Marko — it was a timely reminder to Max Verstappen that the team is still fighting at the highest level.May 21, 08:09
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Stella defends McLaren's cautious call at Imola
McLaren team boss Andrea Stella has defended the team's decision not to issue direct orders between its two drivers during a tense late-race showdown at Imola.May 20, 12:30
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Upgrade marks 'breakthrough' just in time for Verstappen
Red Bull appears to have made a critical leap forward in its championship fight — and at exactly the right moment to keep Max Verstappen's title hopes alive.May 19, 11:40
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Verstappen tells rival teams - Don't call if you can't handle me
Max Verstappen has delivered a blunt warning to any Formula 1 team boss thinking of picking up the phone to lure him away from Red Bull.May 18, 15:18
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Tsunoda crash won't cost him Red Bull seat, says Marko
Helmut Marko has confirmed that Yuki Tsunoda remains safe in his Red Bull seat despite a dramatic crash during qualifying at Imola.May 18, 12:14
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Norris embraces lower profile amid title fight
Lando Norris appears to be taking guidance from F1 legend Alain Prost, scaling back his public presence as he trails McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri in the 2025 championship.May 17, 11:05
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Fifth title for Verstappen now 'unrealistic' - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko, Red Bull's advisor, has candidly admitted that Max Verstappen's pursuit of a fifth consecutive Formula 1 world championship is growing "unrealistic."May 17, 10:05
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Verstappen hints at possible Red Bull exit for 2026
Max Verstappen has, for the first time, acknowledged that his commitment to Red Bull Racing for the 2026 Formula 1 season is not absolute.May 17, 09:35
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Horner safe as Marko slams Imola sacking talk
Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko has branded rumours that Christian Horner will be sacked as team principal after the Imola Grand Prix as "nonsense". May 16, 11:35
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Hadjar's rise threatens Tsunoda's Red Bull seat
Red Bull consultant Dr Helmut Marko believes rookie Isack Hadjar's impressive Formula 1 debut is placing significant pressure on Yuki Tsunoda's position within the team.May 16, 11:05
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Piastri on course for 2025 crown, Marko admits
Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko believes the 2025 Formula 1 world championship could be nearly decided by the end of the upcoming triple-header, with McLaren's Oscar Piastri leading the charge.May 16, 10:35
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Alonso learns of teammate Stroll's upgrade via media
Fernando Alonso has revealed he was unaware of Aston Martin's plan to allocate its newly-upgraded car to teammate Lance Stroll for Imola practice, learning of the decision through media reports.May 16, 09:35
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Sources deny Horner facing Red Bull axe after Imola
Speculation that the grand prix in Imola this weekend could mark Christian Horner's final race as Red Bull Racing's team principal is losing credibility, with multiple sources now dismissing the claims.May 14, 08:29
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Horner's future in doubt as Oakes rumours intensify
With Formula 1 pausing for a rare weekend off, the paddock is nonetheless rife with speculation about the futures of Red Bull team principal Christian Horner and Alpine's recently departed boss Oliver Oakes.May 9, 12:00
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Marko rejects talk of imminent F1 retirement
Dr Helmut Marko has firmly dismissed growing speculation that he is nearing retirement from his influential role as Red Bull's motorsport advisor.May 8, 14:30
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Imola upgrade crucial or Red Bull title hopes over - Tost
Red Bull consultant Franz Tost has issued a stark warning that the team's championship hopes could be "over" if their Imola upgrade fails to deliver a significant performance boost.May 7, 17:17
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Oakes' Alpine exit sparks Horner Red Bull exit talk
The sudden resignation of Alpine team principal Oliver Oakes has triggered a wave of speculation, with rumours now swirling about Christian Horner's future at Red Bull.May 7, 16:54
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Marko stands by Tsunoda swap, no regrets on Lawson
Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko has expressed no remorse for the decision to replace Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda just two races into the 2025 Formula 1 season.May 7, 14:47
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Verstappen brushes off Norris' middle finger in Miami
Lando Norris directed a middle finger at Max Verstappen during Sunday's Miami Grand Prix, but it is his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri who continues to dominate the 2025 season, while Verstappen remains unfazed by the gesture.May 5, 10:20