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(GMM) Dr Helmut Marko (pictured) has become an investor in an unusual Austrian artificial intelligence project designed to help people prepare personal messages to be delivered after their death.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 27

George Russell F1 title chances defended by Toto Wolff after Helmut Marko comments

Mercedes team chief Toto Wolff has defended George Russell's Formula 1 title prospects Mercedes Formula 1 team chief Toto Wolff has rejected former Red Bull motorsport adviser Helmut Marko's claim that George Russell will never get another shot at the F1 title.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 27

Helmut Marko invests in AI start-up after Red Bull F1 exit

Former Red Bull adviser Helmut Marko has invested in an Austrian AI start-up Former Red Bull motorsport adviser Helmut Marko has become an investor in an Austrian artificial intelligence start-up that lets people leave personal messages to be delivered to loved ones after they die.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 27

Toto Wolff dismisses Helmut Marko's Russell theory: "He still has what it takes"

Mercedes chief is adamant George Russell can wipe the slate clean from impending Formula 1 title defeat to Kimi Antonelli Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff has dismissed suggestions from former Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko that there's no coming back for George Russell from being beaten to the world title by Kimi Antonelli.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / October 25

Formula 1 News: Verstappen joins Marko in defending Rwanda race

(GMM) Max Verstappen (pictured) has become the latest prominent Formula 1 figure to defend the sport’s controversial decision to race in Rwanda. Dr Helmut Marko last week argued that a … Read More

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / October 23

Formula 1 News: If Marko was still at Red Bull, Lawson would be toast

(GMM) Dr Helmut Marko believes Racing Bulls should replace Liam Lawson (pictured) with Nikola Tsolov for 2027. “I agree with Mateschitz’s phrase,” said Red Bull’s former junior driver program chief.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 22

Max Verstappen would be in the midfield right now if Red Bull had listened to Helmut Marko

Red Bull’s 2026 campaign would have looked very different if Helmut Marko had his way. Max Verstappen recently returned to the top step of the podium, winning races in Sepang and Singapore in successive weeks to put Red Bull back in the conversation as a championship challenger for 2027.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 22

Helmut Marko issues clear verdict on whether Racing Bulls should replace Liam Lawson for 2027

Former Red Bull chief Helmut Marko has issued his verdict on whether Racing Bulls should replace Liam Lawson with Nikola Tsolov for 2027. 12 months ago, this would have been the exact decision Helmut Marko would have been making from within his Red Bull office in Milton Keynes.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 22

‘Worried’ Red Bull chief looks like a new man after Christian Horner and Helmut Marko left

The mood around Red Bull has changed for the better since Christian Horner and Helmut Marko left the team in 2025, and it seems to have had the biggest impact on Pierre Wache.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 22

Helmut Marko doubts ‘top’ F1 driver will ‘ever have another chance’ to win the title

Helmut Marko is pessimistic about George Russell’s future in Formula 1 as Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli closes in on the title. Antonelli can seal the championship at the United States Grand Prix this weekend if he wins, Russell finishes ninth or lower and Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton finishes fifth or lower.

Athletics News / F1 Oversteer / October 21

Christian Horner says Helmut Marko was ‘very uncomfortable’ with why he hired Laurent Mekies

Christian Horner and Helmut Marko’s relationship rapidly deteriorated towards the end of their time at Red Bull, especially when it came to power within the team.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 20

Helmut Marko calls out Christian Horner’s ‘untruths’ after former Red Bull chief’s ‘hurt’ accusation

Helmut Marko has accused Christian Horner of stuffing his book with “untruths” after the Austrian heard what the Briton has now said about his sacking by Red Bull in 2025.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 19

Helmut Marko’s brutal reaction to seeing George Russell and Lando Norris on Red Bull simulator

Helmut Marko was notorious for his brutal reign over Red Bull’s development programme. He cut several drivers from their F1 line-up over the years, but he also let great talents slip from his grasp.

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Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / October 19

Formula 1 News: Horner slams ‘not classy’ Marko after Red Bull split

(GMM) Christian Horner (pictured) has launched an attack on former Red Bull colleague Dr Helmut Marko, confirming the pair no longer have any relationship.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 7

Helmut Marko brands F1 Malaysia software failure "shameful"

Helmut Marko blasts Formula 1 after an embarrassing 2026 engine software failure ruined the Bahrain Grand Prix start Formula 1 cars have essentially evolved into 200-mph rolling computers under the new 2026 regulations, and the entire system just crashed in front of a global audience at the relocated Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang, Malaysia.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 7

Helmut Marko backs Ralf Schumacher’s 'absolute lie' comment on Christian Horner

Helmut Marko just fired back at Christian Horner over an explosive new claim regarding Max Verstappen Christian Horner's upcoming autobiography, Drive, is already causing massive shockwaves ahead of its 22 October release.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 6

Helmut Marko reveals what Christian Horner actually told him before Max Verstappen joined Red Bull

Helmut Marko has now hit back at Christian Horner for alleging that he never wanted Red Bull to sign Max Verstappen, as he claims the shoe was actually on the other foot.

Formula One News / HITC / April 2

Laurent Mekies says Helmut Marko still advising Red Bull even after departure

Even after leaving his post, Helmut Marko has maintained a regular line of communication with Red Bull and their drivers throughout this season. Since stepping away from Formula 1, Marko has largely kept out of the spotlight, only offering comments when specifically asked by the media.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / January 17

Helmut Marko Fires Mercedes Warning For New F1 Season

Former Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko has given his verdict on who will emerge victorious in the 2026 Formula 1 world championship. Marko left his role with the team based in Milton Keynes, England, having been a key figure throughout the team's 21 years on the grid up to the present day.

Formula One News / HITC / January 16

Helmut Marko says F1 dark horse has made ‘considerable progress’ ahead of 2026 season

For the first time in over two decades, Helmut Marko is set to watch a Formula 1 season from the outside. That hasn’t stopped him from making predictions about how 2026 will play out.

Formula One News / HITC / January 7

Why Helmut Marko was sent a £6,000 bill by ex-Red Bull star Sergio Perez

Sergio Perez has revealed a surprising story from his early days at Red Bull, one that ended with Helmut Marko footing a £6,000 bill for a single therapy session.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / December 23

The End of the Doctor’s Dynasty: Marko Officially Out at Red Bull

It’s the end of an era in the truest sense of the phrase. You can check the paperwork, scan the filings, and read the press releases all you want, but it doesn’t make the reality any less jarring.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / December 9

Red Bull Racing staple Helmut Marko leaves at top of his game

Red Bull Racing staple Helmut Marko leaves at the top of his game

Marko has announced he will be leaving his role with the team.

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Formula One News / Field Level Media / December 8

Report: F1 legend Helmut Marko leaving Red Bull

Helmut Marko, a longtime Formula 1 executive who has been with Red Bull Racing since its inception in 2005, is leaving the company, Sky Sports reported Monday.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / December 8

Red Bull Advisor Helmut Marko Reportedly Expected To Retire

Long-standing Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko is to leave at the end of the year, according to reports. The 82-year-old has long been a key figure

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / April 19, 2025

Helmut Marko Names Former F1 Champion as 'Ideal Successor' at Red Bull

Red Bull Racing advisor Helmut Marko has identified Sebastian Vettel as his ideal successor in his role within the team. Marko has been a key figure within the Red Bull team, managing the team's junior program and exerting significant influence over driver decisions.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / April 6, 2025

Helmut Marko Shares Thoughts on Red Bull Driver Swap After Japanese Grand Prix

Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko gave his verdict on the Red Bull driver swap after Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson gave lackluster performances in the Japanese Grand Prix.