Marko misunderstood Verstappen after remark on the simulator

On Friday afternoon, Red Bull Racing unveiled the new car in which Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez will use in the 2023 Formula 1 season. After the announcement, there was room for the press to ask questions. Among other things, the Dutchman addressed an earlier comment by Helmut Marko.

Indeed, Marko revealed to German media last month that Verstappen wants a simulator installed in his private jet. According to the two-time world champion, however, the Austrian had misunderstood his words, Erik van Haren reveals on social media.

Verstappen states that he does plan to have a simulator built, but it will not take place in his private jet. Instead, his motorhome is currently being converted so that the simulator will fit inside it.

Helmut Marko riep onlangs dat Max Verstappen een simulator in zijn vliegtuig had laten bouwen. Marko had dat alleen verkeerd begrepen, zegt de tweevoudig wereldkampioen zojuist. Simulator wordt gebouwd in zijn motorhome, niet in zijn privéjet. #F1

— Erik van Haren (@ErikvHaren) February 3, 2023

Verstappen reacts to RB19

At the launch, Verstappen already revealed what he thinks of the new RB19. Although the car features few changes from the outside compared to last season's car, the Dutch driver thinks Red Bull has made strides and will be a contender for the world title again this year.