Overview

• Vettel and Marko confirm they have held early-stage conversations about the four-time champion taking on a strategic role at Red Bull Racing.
• Marko has ruled out any immediate handover, noting that his current contract extends through the end of 2026.
• Red Bull’s split ownership between the Mateschitz heirs and Thai majority stakeholder Chalerm Yoovidhya is delaying decisions on a successor.
• Since retiring in 2022, Vettel’s focus on sustainability and diversity indicates he would prefer a part-time or flexible advisory position rather than a full-time executive post.
• No formal negotiations or definitive proposals have been made public, leaving the timing and structure of any advisory appointment open.