4-time Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel is in talks a couple of comeback to the game he as soon as dominated, albeit not in a racing seat.
Vettel is in early talks with Red Bull supremo Helmut Marko, whose official title is senior advisor, about ultimately succeeding the Austrian.
Marko is contracted to the workforce till the top of 2026. He’s but to verify whether or not or not he intends to remain on into 2027, by which era he’ll be 84.
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Helmut Marko and Vettel rejoice the latter’s maiden world championship in 2010. Darren Heath by way of Getty Photos
Talking forward of this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix, Vettel stated he was open to the thought, however conceded he was not sure what such a transfer would appear like.
“There have been some headlines, and I nonetheless get on very well with Helmut,” Vettel informed Austrian broadcaster ORF.
“We’re additionally in touch about this, although perhaps not so intensively or in-depth but, but it surely’s doable. What type that may take must be seen.”
Marko was initially employed by late Crimson Bull founder Dietrich Mateschitz to be his eyes and ears throughout the workforce when it entered the game again in 2005. Over time, the position has developed to the purpose the place he is successfully solely accountable for hiring and firing drivers throughout the two Crimson Bull groups.
Vettel (proper) with Mick Schumacher on the Race of Champions in Sydney in March. Getty
However Vettel, who gained his titles in successive years from 2010-2013, is not satisfied Marko will depart the game when his contract ends.
“He is already stated just a few occasions he’d cease, however he is nonetheless right here,” he stated.
“However in fact, ultimately time catches up with everybody, and I imagine he is aware of that too. He is a brutally practical man and is excellent at sizing up conditions. I feel he’ll recognise when the time is true.”
When requested his ideas, Marko stated a call on his alternative could be one for shareholders relatively than him.
“We’re not speaking particularly in regards to the place, however [Sebastian] is maintaining a really shut eye on every part,” Marko informed Kneine Zeitung.
“… The profile we want could be very broad and really demanding – it is set on the highest degree.
“The 2 shareholders, Mark Mateschitz and Chalerm Yoovidhya, are there as nicely with their very own concepts.”
Observe motion on the Crimson Bull Ring begins on Friday evening (AEST), with the race to start at 11pm Sunday.
Oscar Piastri has a 22-point lead within the standings over McLaren teammate Lando Norris.
