F1 Roundup: 'He will have a hard time being champion again' - Marko on Hamilton

Red Bull’s formula for success

Red Bull's RB19s have outpaced the competition in this year's Formula 1 season, raising eyebrows across the industry.

F1 Nation host Tom Clarkson has pinpointed the technical wizardry of Adrian Newey, Red Bull's long-serving technical chief, as the critical factor in their triumph.

Focusing heavily on the car’s suspension, Newey has managed to optimize the ride height, enhancing the RB19’s performance considerably.

Notably, even Christian Horner, Red Bull's chief, expressed his surprise at the massive lead they've managed to carve out.

Critics may see his comment, "where are the others?", as gloating, but as Damon Hill, 1996 world champion, pointed out, Red Bull truly has crafted an "absolute peach of a car."

The challenge now lies with Ferrari and Mercedes to understand and respond to this technical coup.

McLaren’s ‘Triple Crown’ livery unveiling

To commemorate its 60th anniversary, McLaren is unveiling a 'Triple Crown' livery for the 2023 Monaco and Spanish Formula 1 races.

The livery celebrates McLaren's iconic victories at the Indianapolis 500, Monaco GP, and Le Mans 24 Hours.

"We are proud to celebrate the rich history of McLaren Racing with a special livery," said McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown.

Lando Norris, one of McLaren's drivers, also expressed his excitement, stating,

"It's a privilege to be involved in McLaren Racing's 60th-anniversary celebrations."

Hamilton's financial frustration

Former highest earner in Formula 1, Lewis Hamilton, finds himself now eclipsed by Max Verstappen in terms of income.

This shift has reportedly left Hamilton unsettled, a sentiment shared by Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko.

He said, "Lewis is anything but happy that he is no longer the highest-income driver in Formula 1."

Marko hinted at the possibility of Ferrari offering Hamilton a considerable sum, but he warned that reclaiming his spot at the top wouldn't be easy.

Marko added, "He is no longer a world champion and will have a hard time being one again in the future."

This statement underlines the challenging road Hamilton has ahead.

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