Another day, yes, we need to peel back another layer of off-track drama that continues to bubble up at Red Bull.
With all eyes on the respective futures of Helmut Marko and Max Verstappen throughout the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix race weekend, it is now Christian Horner's turn to face fresh speculation. Let's take a look at important topics from the world of F1.
Christian Horner continues to support Red Bull
German media reports have suggested that Red Bull Racing team principal Horner may be released ahead of the upcoming Australian Grand Prix, with Red Bull bosses Oliver Mintzlaff and Franz Franz The three-way meeting between Mr. Watzlawik and Mr. Chalerm Yuvidya is believed to have taken place in Dubai. on sunday.
However, a well-informed source told PlanetF1.com that suggestions that Horner could be removed from his role as team principal are “nonsense”, “rumour-mongering” and “useless gossip”. .
read more – Source: Christian Horner gives Red Bull shareholders 'full support' as rumors quell
Helmut Marko is said to be on his way home with Max Verstappen
As Horner and Red Bull's senior advisor Helmut Marko are in conflict, there has been speculation in the media of a power struggle at Red Bull, but Horner said after the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix that there was “no problem” in their relationship. insisted.
However, de Telegraaf's claims suggest otherwise, with Marko said to have broken the tradition of flying home with Horner and instead flew home from Jeddah with Verstappen.
read more – Helmut Marko talks about his thoughts on withdrawing from Red Bull after returning home with Verstappen
Christian Horner can't let Max Verstappen stay at Red Bull
Amidst all the drama, Verstappen has been linked with a sensational move to Mercedes. Mercedes is looking for a new driver in 2025 as Lewis Hamilton prepares to leave Ferrari.
And although Horner can't understand why Verstappen would want to leave Red Bull, the combination is firmly established as F1's dominant force, but there is a “piece of paper” known as Verstappen's Red Bull Racing contract, which runs until the end of 2028. It is admitted that it is not possible to contract. Force him to stay.
read more – Christian Horner makes interesting confession about Max Verstappen at Mercedes lecture
New Saudi GP footage released after Daniel Ricciardo's struggles
Whether it's Sergio Perez, Verstappen, or both, Red Bull could replace him in 2025, Daniel Ricciardo wants to be firmly in the mix to earn that call-up. .
His audition didn't start well, running as high as 16th in Saudi Arabia before spinning out at the end, which was a real wake-up call. However, it has now emerged that his cause was not helped at all by a very, very late pit stop where he was stationary for 41 seconds.
read more – New Saudi GP footage helps explain Daniel Ricciardo's recent poor races
Did Lewis Hamilton hide his Ferrari story from his family?Anthony Hamilton's answer
Hamilton's move to Ferrari was a shocking announcement that really came out of nowhere, and rumors that it was happening were quickly confirmed.
At the time, Hamilton reportedly didn't even tell his parents he was talking to Ferrari, with his father Anthony now admitting it was the seven-time world champion's “deal and his decision”. .
read more – Lewis Hamilton's father claims he kept his huge contract with Ferrari a secret from his family
