Marco: AlphaTauri's ninth place finish was unacceptable

Alphatauri is there everywhere there is a need. In the previous year, this was not adequate.

AlphaTauri's car in a file photo. (Twitter: @AlphaTauriF1)
By Mahaksh Chauhan | Dec 26, 2022 | 2 Min Read follow icon Follow Us

This year, AlphaTauri finished ninth in the standings, which was its poorest finish since 2018, when it raced as Toro Rosso. In an interview with Auto Motor und Sport, Marko said that the team was “beaten below their value.” Marko declared that ninth position was unacceptable given the potential, both technically and monetarily. They committed numerous tactical errors. The vehicle had insufficient downforce. We are currently in the process of doing an inventory and determining which screws need to be turned.

After Dietrich Mateschitz passed away in October, Oliver Mintzlaff, who is now in charge of Red Bull’s sports division, believes that the squad needs to improve, according to Marko. Initial discussions with our new CEO, Mr. Mintzlaff, have taken place, and everyone has come to the conclusion that it wouldn’t be wise to start over with a successful package like Red Bull Racing. “Alphatauri is there everywhere there is a need. In the previous year, this was not adequate.

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