The Red Bull team has been under immense pressure for months. As a result, the cracks have started to open up, as the internal conflict is fuming. The team is going downhill, continuously grappling to fix the technical woes. The team has not won a race since the Spanish Grand Prix, while McLaren and others are surging upwards.
While the team was hopeful for a better result in Monza after a podium finish in Zandvoort, things got worse. The RBR starlet faced difficulties and finished sixth, while Sergio Perez extended his slump and finished eighth. This disastrous performance infuriated Helmut Marko, who blamed the RBR chief for the shambles.
“Horner Has To Show Quality,” Red Bull Senior Targets Horner After Back-To-Back Failure
Red Bull has experienced a significant decline in performance since Max Verstappen’s victory in Barcelona. This downturn has allowed both McLaren and Mercedes to secure multiple wins, adding to the team’s challenges. Earlier in the season, Red Bull was embroiled in internal political struggles, with Christian Horner on one side and Helmut Marko, along with Jos Verstappen, on the other.
Although the internal tensions seemed to have subsided as the season progressed, Red Bull’s diminishing form has reignited discontent within the team. Marko, in particular, has turned his attention to Horner, demanding that he demonstrate his leadership quality during these tough times. The Austrian emphasized that simply glossing over issues would not help and acknowledged that the team had taken a wrong turn in balancing the car. He pointed out that similar challenges have plagued Ferrari and Mercedes, while McLaren has seemingly avoided such setbacks, with every upgrade working in their favor.
Despite the team’s struggles, Marko remains confident in Red Bull’s ability to bounce back. He highlighted the team’s hard work and dedication in finding the optimal setup and balance for the current track. Marko also predicted that the competition among McLaren, Ferrari, Mercedes, and Red Bull would be fierce in the upcoming races. He assured Red Bull would not suffer a defeat as severe as their recent experience in the Netherlands.
Helmut Marko Justifies Jos Verstappen’s Outburst
Helmut Marko defended Jos Verstappen’s outburst, attributing it to the Dutchman’s emotional nature. The RBR executive acknowledged that Jos spoke without thoroughly analyzing the situation but emphasized that his remarks shouldn’t be given too much weight. Reflecting on Red Bull’s recent struggles, Marko noted that the team has underperformed, delivering results below their potential.
He pointed out that the setup at Zandvoort was not optimal, contributing to their disappointing performance. Marko admitted that the team is feeling the pressure and stressed the importance of making necessary improvements, with upcoming updates expected to make a significant impact.