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Helmut Marko pictured on August 31, 2024
Red Bull regains form in Montreal, says Marko
Jun.14 (GMM)  Red Bull may be set for a much stronger Canadian Grand Prix than initially expected, with Helmut Marko declaring the team is back "in the game". Just days ago, the 82-year-old team advisor had downplayed the team's chances in Montreal, suggesting Max Verstappen would struggle to challenge the McLarens on a circuit that doesn’t suit the Red Bull. But Friday's track action painted a more hopeful picture. Despite McLaren bringing several upgrades to Canada, both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri struggled to make an impression in the early sessions. Meanwhile, Mercedes showed signs of a potential breakthrough. Some believe McLaren's dominant 2025 car may be hampered at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve by its higher drag setup, which is usually balanced by efficient cooling elsewhere. Verstappen, meanwhile, set the fastest time in the opening practice session before falling down the order in FP2. Even so, Marko was upbeat. "If the car is as good as it was at the beginning, we'll be in the game," he said. "Strangely, the changes we made didn't have as much of an impact in the long run as they did on one lap. In that respect, we're on a par with Piastri." Speaking separately, Marko added: "We were about as fast as Piastri, and the tyre wear was also limited. So we are looking forward to the rest of the weekend with optimism. "I think we really are among the fastest."]]>
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 Max Verstappen poses for a photo on January 2, 2017
Coronel says Verstappen staying at Red Bull in 2026
Jun.14 (GMM)  Max Verstappen is not leaving Red Bull, according to a Dutch racing expert who knows the world champion personally. After the recent Spanish Grand Prix, where Verstappen was penalised for an incident with George Russell and admitted his 2025 title hopes were slim, speculation grew that he may be trying to activate a contract exit clause and move to Mercedes or Aston Martin for 2026. Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko rejected those claims. “For one thing, he could do it much more discreetly than that,” he told Kleine Zeitung. In Canada, Verstappen seems in much better spirits. During a media session, he defended a team member after being blamed publicly by Sky reporter Ted Kravitz for a strategy error in Barcelona. “Since Jonathan Wheatley went, obviously you have Stephen Knowles who is doing it now,” Kravitz said. Verstappen responded: “I think it's not really nice to try and single out a person, because that's never the case. I think we just look at it as a team, what we always can do better, and that's also how we look at it in Barcelona. It's not fair to now single out one single person.” Dutch racing driver and media pundit Tom Coronel believes that Verstappen’s strong defence of his team is all the proof needed that he’s staying put. “I see that Max has made his choice, and that is why he is standing up for Red Bull,” Coronel told Viaplay. “He is not looking for another team. You can clearly see that he is staying with Red Bull.” Not everyone agrees. Mathias Lauda, son of F1 legend Niki Lauda, believes Verstappen’s next move is still uncertain. When asked what car Verstappen will drive in 2026, he told Osterreich: “Wow, that's difficult. I don't think even Max knows yet. I can even imagine him saying 'I'm taking a year off - I want to enjoy my new baby and spend more time at home'.” Lauda added: “During this time, he can take a look at who has the best package under the new regulations and choose a cockpit that will put him in contention for the title again. A year off would certainly do him good.”]]>
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 McLaren driver Lando Norris after winning Australian Grand Prix in March 2025.
Another secret behind McLaren's F1 dominance revealed
Another secret of McLaren's dominance may have emerged. Between speculation about flexible wings and whispers about the team’s remarkable tyre management, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris continue to dominate the grid.
Jun 13, 08:30
 Carlos Sainz on April 12, 2025
Sainz watches Ferrari turmoil unfold from afar
For the first time in years, Carlos Sainz is observing the latest turbulence at Ferrari from the outside.
Jun 13, 08:30
 Max Verstappen on October 27, 2024
Verstappen unlikely to win in Canada, says Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has cast serious doubt on Red Bull's chances of winning this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix.
Jun 13, 08:30
Franco Colapinto pictured on September 14, 2024
Colapinto not mentally strong enough for F1 - Piquet
The jury is still out on whether Franco Colapinto can make it in Formula 1. That's the view of former F1 driver Nelson Piquet Jr, whose own time in the sport ended controversially in the infamous crashgate scandal.
Jun 13, 08:30
 Max Verstappen poses for a photo on January 2, 2017
Russell in talks with Red Bull and Aston Martin for 2026
George Russell may have top-tier options on the table if Mercedes reshuffles its driver lineup for 2026.
Jun 6, 15:50
 Toto Wolff pictured on August 31, 2024
Taxi drivers fire back at Wolff over Verstappen quip
Italian taxi drivers have fired back at Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff, who made a light-hearted but controversial comparison in the wake of the Spanish Grand Prix.
Jun 4, 10:30
 Red Bull driver Max Verstappen in April 2025.
Conspiracy claims about Verstappen crash are 'stupid' - boss
Christian Horner has lashed out at wild speculation suggesting Max Verstappen deliberately collided with George Russell at the Spanish GP to trigger a contract exit clause.
Jun 3, 11:30
 Toto Wolff pictured on August 31, 2024
Nurburgring confirms no talks for F1 return
Germany's chances of rejoining the Formula 1 calendar remain bleak, with the head of the Nurburgring declaring that a return is not viable under the sport's current hosting model.
Jun 2, 15:00
 Max Verstappen on October 27, 2024
Wild Verstappen clash may trigger contract exit clause
Conspiracy theories are gaining traction after Max Verstappen's controversial contact with George Russell in Barcelona, which has left his championship campaign in serious jeopardy.
Jun 2, 13:00
 McLaren driver Oscar Piastri after winning Spanish Grand Prix in June 2025.
Oscar Piastri wins Spanish Grand Prix after Max Verstappen drama in Barcelona
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri strengthens his lead in the Formula 1 title race with victory at the Spanish Grand Prix in the race where Max Verstappen was handed a 10-second penalty.
Jun 1, 15:36
 Nico Hulkenberg pictured on March 13, 2025
Adidas to expands F1 presence with Audi deal
Audi is gearing up for its Formula 1 entry next year with a striking red-and-black livery and the backing of German sportswear giant Adidas, according to Bild-Zeitung.
Jun 1, 14:00
 Red Bull driver Max Verstappen in April 2025.
Russell urges Wolff to sign Verstappen to Mercedes
George Russell says he would welcome Max Verstappen as a teammate at Mercedes, even if it puts his own long-term seat at risk.
Jun 1, 11:00
 Kevin Magnussen pictured on September 1, 2024
BMW rules out F1 return - Le Mans was 'the place to go'
BMW has confirmed that it has no interest in joining fellow German manufacturers Mercedes and Audi on the Formula 1 grid.
Jun 1, 10:00
 Valtteri Bottas pictured on September 1, 2024
Bottas hints at Mercedes stay for 2026 F1 season
Valtteri Bottas has hinted that his future in Formula 1 may still lie with Mercedes in 2026.
Jun 1, 09:29
 Helmut Marko pictured on August 31, 2024
Rivals gained, but McLaren still ahead - Marko
The FIA's tougher flexi-wing regulations may have levelled the field slightly, but McLaren still appears to be the benchmark.
May 31, 11:15
 Max Verstappen on October 27, 2024
Verstappen clause leak 'wrong and confidential' - Marko
Red Bull's Helmut Marko has rubbished new rumours about Max Verstappen's alleged contract exit clause, calling the latest reports from the British press "nonsense".
May 31, 10:45
 Lewis Hamilton on March 22, 2025
Vasseur shrugs off Hamilton's latest radio comments
While Charles Leclerc appears to be regaining confidence in Ferrari's 2025 car, teammate Lewis Hamilton is clearly struggling — and not hiding it.
May 31, 10:15
 Toto Wolff pictured on August 31, 2024
Toto Wolff says German GP revival unlikely
Despite Formula 1's openness to rotating more European venues in and out of the calendar, a German Grand Prix comeback appears off the table for now.
May 31, 09:12
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