When Formula One rules had changed in 2009, it was Brawn GP that came out on top, surprising everyone on the grid. The team won both, the drivers’ championship as well as the constructors’ title. Now in 2022, we are on the verge of entering a new era of racing. Hence, keeping that in mind, some new teams might dominate the track. However, Red Bull’s advisor, Dr Helmut Marko is of another opinion.
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The Austrian boss doesn’t think a mid-field team will suddenly come on top. In fact, he believes that Mercedes and Red Bull will continue to be the top contenders in 2022.
Marko feels Red Bull and Mercedes will still be on top in 2022
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The new regulations are meant to shake up the power balance on the grid. However, Marko doesn’t think it will make a difference and feels that their rivals from Brackley will continue to be on top alongside the Milton Keynes-based outfit.
As quoted from Motorsport.total.com, Marko said, “With the standard that teams like Mercedes and Red Bull have today – with simulation, computers and all the resources – I don’t believe in it.”
AUSTIN, TEXAS – OCTOBER 23: Red Bull Racing Team Consultant Dr Helmut Marko looks on in the garage during final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of USA at Circuit of The Americas on October 23, 2021 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
He also believes that Ferrari can improve in 2022, stating that they could win a race. He said, “One or the other race.” Having overcome their engine problems Marko feels that Ferrari could pose a threat on the track. He added, “The last step they took with the engine was clear.” (Translated from German via Google)
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Can Verstappen and Perez bring home the constructors’ championship?
The 2021 season was perhaps the most intense year in recent memory. Both Red Bull and the Silver Arrows pushed each other to the limit.
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In the end, it was Max Verstappen who came out on top, taking home his first F1 title, denying Hamilton his eighth in a dramatic fashion. However, in the battle for the constructors’ championship, the Silver Arrows took the prize home.
Formula One F1 – Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – December 12, 2021 Red Bull’s Max Verstappen during the race REUTERS/Ahmed Jadallah
As the 2022 season edges closer and closer, the Horner-led team is hoping to put on a fight for the teams’ championship. They hope that both Verstappen and Sergio Perez put on a great fight for the upcoming season.
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