Helmut Marko

Longtime motorsport advisor for Red Bull with a background as a racing driver and team owner who oversees Red Bull's junior driver programme and played a central role in developing champions like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen.

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Nov 19, 2025 • 49min

Helmut Marko: choosing champions at Red Bull

Helmut Marko, the longtime motorsport advisor for Red Bull, shares his riveting journey from racing driver to talent scout. He illuminates his selection philosophy and the pressure young drivers face. Marko praises Max Verstappen's incredible evolution and leadership, while providing insights into the contrasting characters of Verstappen and Vettel. He reflects on his partnership with Dietrich Mateschitz and the genesis of the Red Bull junior program, discussing future champions like Isack Hadjar and Red Bull's ambitious 2026 engine project.

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