Verstappen ran second through the opening stint of the race in Bahrain, dropping almost four seconds behind race leader Charles Leclerc before pitting at the end of lap... read more »
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Helmut Marko says Red Bull's double DNF in Bahrain felt "very bitter", explaining that the fuel pump problems were new for the team. read more »
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The smiles of Helmut Marko gave extra reassurance to Gerhard Berger that Red Bull will be the early pacesetters. read more »
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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko is the latest person in the paddock to not buy Mercedes' reported performance issues. read more »
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Helmut Marko isn't impressed with Mercedes' zero-pod design, and says the only important thing in testing is that Red Bull were P1. read more »
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Helmut Marko believes that Red Bull found over half a second with their Bahrain upgrades. read more »
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Helmut Marko will "not comment" on the numbers involved in Max Verstappen's new deal, which is reportedly worth 40m per season. read more »
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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko says it looks as if Ferrari have overtaken Red Bull and Mercedes based on the first test. read more »
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Not for the first time, nor the last we imagine, Helmut Marko has singled out Lewis Hamilton on something. read more »
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Helmut Marko says Nikita Mazepin should be allowed to race in F1 but not with Uralkali's financial backing. read more »
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Helmut Marko says Red Bull's new RB18 is overweight and he hopes the team bosses agree to increase the minimum weight. read more »
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Lewis Hamilton's descent from the zenith of his driving abilities is not far away, believes Helmut Marko. read more »
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Helmut Marko says Red Bull are receiving "promising feedback" about 2022 engine, Honda units that will be rebadged as Red Bull. read more »
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Helmut Marko says F1 shouldn't throw Michael Masi under the bus but rather give him more support in his role as race director. read more »
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In the latest Formula 1 gossip, Helmut Marko has revealed when Red Bull plans to introduce its first upgrade, while team boss Christian Horner has served his punishment for his... read more »
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Red Bull won't give away "special details" when they unveil the RB18 next week, Helmut Marko saying the real car won't be seen until testing. read more »
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Max Verstappen has emerged from his father's shadow to stand on his own two feet, says Helmut Marko. read more »
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Red Bull's Helmut Marko has his doubts over George Russell's race pace, and it is understandable why... read more »
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Helmut Marko says time will tell whether the hype surrounding George Russell's move to Mercedes "is justified". read more »
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Helmut Marko believes that Max Verstappen has the same 'win at all costs' mind-set as legends Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher. read more »
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Red Bull has already taken a swipe at Mercedes and new driver George Russell ahead of the upcoming F1 season with Dr Helmut Marko questioning the Briton's race performances. read more »
Japanese Grand Prix
29th of March 2026
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Russell | 51 |
| 2 | Kimi Antonelli | 47 |
| 3 | Charles Leclerc | 34 |
| 4 | Lewis Hamilton | 33 |
| 5 | Oliver Bearman | 17 |
| 6 | Lando Norris | 15 |
| 7 | Pierre Gasly | 9 |
| 8 | Max Verstappen | 8 |
| 9 | Liam Lawson | 8 |
| 10 | Arvid Lindblad | 4 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes | 98 |
| 2 | Ferrari | 67 |
| 3 | McLaren | 18 |
| 4 | Haas F1 Team | 17 |
| 5 | Red Bull Racing | 12 |
| 6 | Racing Bulls | 12 |
| 7 | Alpine | 10 |
| 8 | Audi | 2 |
| 9 | Williams | 2 |
| 10 | Cadillac | 0 |