80-year-old advisor to Red Bull Racing, Helmut Marko, has witnessed numerous significant changes in Formula 1 throughout his extensive career. The latest shift comes in the form of Lewis Hamilton’s announcement that he will be leaving Mercedes and joining Ferrari in 2025.
The Formula 1 community is currently divided over Hamilton’s sudden decision to sign a new contract with Ferrari, which will take effect in 2025. After spending 12 years with Mercedes, the British driver will be making the move to Maranello. Hamilton himself has expressed that this has been one of the most difficult decisions he has ever had to make.
Meanwhile, the reigning World Championship-winning team, Mercedes, has been observing the ongoing drama between their two biggest rivals, Ferrari and themselves. Red Bull’s Chief Advisor, Helmut Marko, is known for his candid opinions, and he has once again chosen not to remain silent regarding Hamilton’s move to Ferrari.
During a recent interview, Marko shared his thoughts on why Hamilton decided to change teams at the age of 39, activating an exit clause in his existing contract with Mercedes. This statement sparked a reaction from X users, who were enraged by Marko’s comments.
Given Hamilton’s massive fanbase, it’s no surprise that his supporters are unhappy with Marko’s attack on him, suggesting that the British driver was dissatisfied with his salary at Mercedes. Fans took to X to express their views on Marko’s remarks.
Here are some of the reactions from fans regarding Helmut Marko’s criticism of Lewis Hamilton:
– “Marko yapping from the geriatric ward again 💀”
– “Retirement home please”
– “Marko’s wild adventure to the retirement home”
– “Sorry old fart, but you will never ever enjoy the prestige that the Ferrari name carries, regardless of how much you win”
– “Who let Marko out of the house without taking medication??”
– “Marko cannot help himself, he always has to have a dig at Lewis the goat. 🐐 Let’s hope Lewis can wipe the smile off his face and prove him wrong, as his words are always horrid.”
– “Why do we always ask the racist’s opinion, please? In 2024, can we normalize the fact that it’s not OK to be racist? So please do not ask him any questions regarding Lewis Hamilton’s life! Thanks.”
In other news, Lewis Hamilton will be replacing current Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz as Charles Leclerc’s teammate in the Italian team. Sainz’s contract will expire in 2024, and despite securing the team’s only Grand Prix victory last year, Ferrari has decided not to renew his contract.
