In a dramatic turn of events in the Formula 1 world, Helmut Marko has dropped a bombshell, pointing fingers at Christian Horner for the underperformance of both Sergio “Checo” Pérez and Max Verstappen. This shocking revelation comes amidst a series of disappointing races for Red Bull Racing, particularly following a lackluster showing at the Monaco Grand Prix.

Marko has openly criticized Horner’s management and strategic decisions, suggesting that they have significantly impacted the team’s overall performance. He emphasized that both drivers are struggling to meet expectations due to these strategic missteps, which have left the team scrambling for solutions to regain their competitive edge【163†source】【164†source】.

Adding to the tension, there are rumors of internal discord, with Pérez reportedly feeling the pressure of consistently playing second fiddle to Verstappen. Marko’s comments indicate that there is a pressing need for Red Bull to reassess their approach if they want to maintain their dominance in the championship race【165†source】.