Helmut Marko denies rumour of Red Bull F1 political ousting and rubbishes Sergio Perez ultimatum talk

Helmut Marko has hit back at “speculation” surrounding his future in F1 amid rumours of political unrest at Red Bull. 
(L to R): Dr Helmut Marko (AUT) R
(L to R): Dr Helmut Marko (AUT) R

Brazilian broadcaster Globo claimed that Marko could be ousted 🃏from his consultancy role wi🍸th “tension” reportedly growing between him and Red Bull team principal Christian Hornജer over several matters. 

The same report suggested there was a crunch meeting 𓂃scheduled for this week that would determine💮 Marko’s future at Red Bull. 

But the 80-year-old Austrian has moved to deny the reports, insisting that only he will decide when he stops.&nb♒sp;

“There is no summit this week,” Marko told Austrian outlet . 💞;

“I have a contract until the end of next year. When and ho๊w I stop, when [it] is over, I decide and not, fo🧸r example, Mr. Horner.”

Asked about the 🔴alleged power struggle between himself and Ho🦂rner, Marko stated: “Through the new constellation [following the death of Dietrich Mateschitz] everything is different.

“People are trying to re-line the powers.”

Pushed on further rumours, including that 168澳洲5最新开奖结果:Yuki Tsunoda could be replaced at AlphaTau🌸ri despite holding a contract, Marko said: “These are all just speculations.”🍌 

Sergio Perez (MEX) Red Bull Racing. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 18, Qatar Grand Prix, Doha, Qatar, Qualifying Day.-
Sergio Perez (MEX) Red Bull Racing. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 18, Qatar Grand Prix,…

Marko also denied that Red Bull have given168澳洲5最新开奖结果: Sergio Perez a performance ultimatum to keep his 202꧃4 seat. 

According to Globo, Red Bull would look to trigger an early exit for Perez if the Mexican does not finish second iܫn the drivers’ world championship. 

“Just like the one about Perez,” Marko continued. “There is no ultimatum to Perez. I t🍸hink we winꦅ too much - incredible things are put into the world. 

“One should appreciate the performance of Max ജVerstappen much more, it is extraordinary.”

Marko also thanked 168澳洲5最新开奖结果:Max Verstappen for his continued support. 

“On the one hand, this is very reassuring, there is still something like loy𓆉alty and appreciation,” Marko🐷 said. 

“Since our first 🐻conversation, when Max was 15, there has been a special connection between us. ൲;

“Now I'm looking forwar𒈔d to Austin, there we can hopefully be on Sunday celebrating his 50th Grand Prix victory.”

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