Red Bull Drama Unfolds: Horner Exposes Marko’s Claims About Newey and Tsunoda
The Red Bull Racing team is amidst a storm of controversy as team principal Christian Horner steps in to set the record straight following Helmut Marko’s recent explosive comments involving Adrian Newey and Yuki Tsunoda.
Marko stirred the pot by suggesting that a pivotal moment at the 2022 British Grand Prix, where Tsunoda collided with Pierre Gasly, influenced Newey’s decision to block Tsunoda’s promotion to Red Bull Racing. Marko claimed, “From that point on, Yuki was a red rag to him.”
However, Horner has stepped forward to address the situation, refuting Marko’s claims during an interview on Sky Sports F1. Horner clarified, “Adrian had no input into our driver selection for this year.” This statement contradicts Marko’s insinuation that Newey played a role in the decision-making process regarding Tsunoda.
Moreover, the plot thickens with Newey’s wife, Amanda, entering the fray on social media, asserting that Newey was on garden leave when the choice was made not to promote Tsunoda at the end of 2024. This revelation adds another layer of complexity to the already tangled web of events within the Red Bull Racing team.
Amidst these controversies, Newey made a significant career move by announcing his departure from Red Bull Racing, where he had been a key figure for almost two decades. Subsequently, he joined Aston Martin, leaving behind a legacy of success and innovation at Red Bull.
The tumultuous saga continues as Red Bull Racing made the bold decision to replace Sergio Perez with rookie Liam Lawson at the start of the 2025 season. However, the team quickly changed course by swapping Lawson with Tsunoda by the third round of the championship, signifying a turbulent start to the season for the powerhouse team.
As the dust settles on these dramatic developments, the future of Red Bull Racing remains uncertain, with fans and pundits alike eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this gripping saga of power struggles and strategic maneuvers within the Formula 1 paddock.
