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Marko praises Verstappen: 'We are encouraged by this now'.

Marko praises Verstappen: 'We are encouraged by this now'.

26-10-2021 18:01 Last update: 19:48
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After the United States Grand Prix, Helmut Marko was overjoyed when Max Verstappen crossed the finish line as the first driver to do so. Red Bull Racing was thus the boss of competitor Mercedes.

The Dutchman drove a rock-solid race by reclaiming the lead in the GP after a disappointing start and then making no mistakes. Although Hamilton came closer at the end of the race and looked set to overtake Verstappen, the Red Bull driver managed to take the win.

Red Bull increases chances of world title

It ensured that the Austrians pulled off another surprise. The last GP's seemed to be in favour of Mercedes, but Red Bull more than limited the damage. In fact, Verstappen consolidated his lead in the world championship. "We were afraid we would be behind after Russia, Turkey and the US. We are encouraged by this now", stated Helmut Marko afterwards in conversation with ORF.

Red Bull's advisor is hoping to win another world title for the first time in eight years. In 2013, Sebastian Vettel managed to win his fourth and final world title. Since then, only Nico Rosberg has been able to keep Hamilton from winning a world title.