Power struggle at Red Bull Racing: Verstappen's confidant Marko is said to be on the verge of elimination. The 80-year-old Austrian is seen as Horner's internal adversary, who is supported by the Thai majority owners of Red Bull.
Marko has a contract until the end of 2026, but could leave at end of the season if Marko leaves. If Marko actually has to leave the racing team, doubts about Verst Appen's future would grow again.