Overview
- Red Bull issued an official statement saying the 82-year-old adviser will depart at year-end at his own request, with Oliver Mintzlaff emphasizing Marko initiated the decision.
- Multiple outlets report the team is considering leaving the motorsport-adviser post unfilled and reallocating duties rather than naming a direct successor.
- Recent flashpoints cited in reporting include disputed youth-driver moves involving Alex Dunne and Arvid Lindblad and public comments about Kimi Antonelli that drew internal pushback.
- Team principal Laurent Mekies praised Marko’s impact but signaled ongoing organizational adjustments as corporate oversight increases under Mintzlaff.
- Max Verstappen posted an emotional thank-you to Marko on Instagram, while analysts note open questions about his influence and the junior program heading into the 2026 rules reset.