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Helmut Marko ignites Qatar GP firestorm: did Kimi Antonelli sabotage Lando Norris’ title hopes?

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Helmut Marko ignites Qatar GP firestorm: did Kimi Antonelli sabotage Lando Norris’ title hopes?

SAO PAULO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 08: Dr Helmut Marko, Team Consultant of Oracle Red Bull Racing walks in the Paddock prior to the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on November 08, 2025 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202511080258 // Usage for editorial use only //

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Controversy Erupts as Helmut Marko Accuses Kimi Antonelli of Colluding with Lando Norris in Qatar GP Drama!

In the high-octane world of Formula 1, few moments can ignite a firestorm like the dramatic conclusion of the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix. And now, Red Bull’s outspoken advisor, Helmut Marko, has thrown a grenade into the mix by suggesting that Kimi Antonelli might have deliberately eased the path for Lando Norris in a shocking twist of fate that could alter the championship landscape!

As the tension mounts before the decisive Abu Dhabi finale, every maneuver is under intense scrutiny. Marko’s incendiary claims have raised eyebrows, suggesting that Mercedes may have indirectly meddled in the title race, sending shockwaves through the F1 community.

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Norris found himself in a tough spot, trapped behind Antonelli for the final laps and seemingly destined for a fifth-place finish after McLaren’s strategy missteps on Lap 7. But in a stunning turn of events on the penultimate lap, Antonelli went wide at Turn 10, allowing Norris to swoop in and snatch fourth place, securing two critical points in a championship fight that is tighter than ever!

With this unexpected gain, Norris now heads to Abu Dhabi with a 12-point lead over his fierce rival, Max Verstappen. But Red Bull isn’t taking this lightly. Marko voiced his displeasure, stating that the replay of the incident left “little room for doubt.” “It was twice where he more or less waved Lando by. It was so obvious,” Marko exclaimed, insinuating that Antonelli had aided their primary competitor. “In Austria, he was crashing Verstappen in the rear,” he added, intensifying the already charged atmosphere.

This explosive accusation has sparked a heated debate, with many questioning whether Antonelli was merely a victim of circumstance. The young driver himself vehemently denied any wrongdoing, explaining that he was battling to keep up with Carlos Sainz when he lost control. “With the hard tyre, I was pushing a lot and eventually got into DRS, but I had a massive moment and almost crashed,” Antonelli lamented. “It was very annoying,” he concluded, maintaining that his error was purely accidental, not a calculated move to assist Norris.

As the championship race heats up, Norris is desperate to gather every point possible after an earlier slip off the podium. Meanwhile, Oscar Piastri lurks just four points behind Verstappen, raising the stakes even higher. The drama between Red Bull and McLaren is palpable, and now fans and pundits alike are left to wonder: Was it a rookie mistake or a calculated play?

The truth may be shrouded in controversy, and opinions are split. One thing is for sure: this latest chapter has injected new life into a title fight that is already teetering on the brink of chaos. As the championship showdown approaches, the question lingers, will the fallout from this explosive incident change the course of history in Formula 1? Buckle up; the race to Abu Dhabi is going to be one for the ages!

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