Overview
- CEO Oliver Mintzlaff confirmed Marko will step down from his motorsport advisor role after this season, calling it the end of an extraordinary era.
- The decision followed discussions during the Abu Dhabi weekend, with multiple reports saying senior executives agreed he would not continue into 2026.
- Reporting ties the exit to internal friction over management calls, including an unauthorized Alexander Dunne deal and contentious public remarks about drivers.
- Red Bull is expected to redistribute responsibilities, with several outlets indicating Gianpiero Lambiase could take on an expanded operational role.
- Driver-pathway changes are advancing, with reports indicating rookie Isack Hadjar will join the 2026 lineup as the program is reshaped.