Overview

• Helmut Marko publicly confirmed Sebastian Vettel as his ideal successor for the Red Bull motorsport advisor role during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
• Marko, 81, acknowledged the physical and travel demands of the position, signaling the need for eventual retirement but without setting a specific timeline.
• Vettel has been active in mentoring young drivers, including female go-karters, and recently hosted a motorsport event in Saudi Arabia focused on women in racing.
• Marko believes Vettel would require only a brief transition period of two races to adapt to the role, which combines junior driver development and team strategy leadership.
• Since retiring in 2022, Vettel has balanced environmental advocacy with occasional paddock involvement, showcasing his ongoing commitment to motorsport.