Not solely on the monitor, however definitely off it, it has been a turbulent yr for Crimson Bull Racing. Influential folks equivalent to Adrian Newey (to Aston Martin) and Jonathan Wheatley (to Sauber/Audi) have already indicated their intention to depart. Furthermore, the affair with Christian Horner performed centre stage for a very long time; with the staff boss accused of inappropriate behaviour by a feminine colleague.
From the second the fuss round Horner arose, Crimson Bull Racing has declined from probably the most dominant staff on the F1 grid to a staff in sporting hassle. Helmut Marko, the staff’s exterior adviser, sees no direct connection there. “It’s apparent that such a factor doesn’t assist. However in the end that has nothing to do with our technical issues,” the Austrian instructed OE24.
What’s the downside, in accordance with Marko? “Somewhat, it’s the departure of essential folks. If sure workers need to go away and get an excellent provide or see a brand new alternative, they benefit from it,” mentioned the Austrian, who is thought to have been eager to maintain Adrian Newey on the racing steady.
‘Turnaround efficiency Crimson Bull solely in America’
Marko reiterated earlier phrases that the upcoming races in Baku and Singapore shouldn’t anticipate miracles from Crimson Bull. Nevertheless, it is going to be working onerous within the coming interval to unravel the steadiness issues specifically. “In Austin, now we have to point out that now we have managed the turnaround,” he mentioned.
This text was written in collaboration with Olly Darcy
