Horner speaks about Marko: 'Even 80-year-old can still learn'

Christian Horner has responded to Helmut Marko's statements for the first time. Horner spoke of a wise lesson for Marko and pointed to the popularity Sergio Perez enjoys within the Red Bull Racing team.

Over the past week, one man has been the main topic of conversation: Helmut Marko. The Red Bull Racing advisor had spoken out on Perez. The Mexican would not be as focused as Max Verstappen and Marko attributed that to Perez's Mexican heritage. Not so convenient, of course, Horner also remarked to Sky Sports.

'Those comments weren't right. I think Helmut quickly recognised that and apologised for that both publicly and directly to Sergio. He spoke directly to Sergio about it. You're always learning in life, even at 80 years of age. Lessons have been learnt,'' said the Red Bull Racing team principal after the first free practice session at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.

Horner was also asked about an internal penalty for Marko. ''Helmut is an employee, or a consultant to the group. So it's not really a question for me to answer. We've spoken about it and I know he regrets what he said. Even at 80 years old, it's not too late to learn,'' Horner concluded.