Red Bull motorsports consultant Dr Helmut Marko says he is opposed to the idea of Formula 1 being held hostage by the bean-counters as a result of the new budget cap and strict rules on spending within the sport. The sport's cost controls mean that spending is limited to around $150 million (depending on the number of races per season). With inflation skyrocketing around the world, this already tight limit is getting even tighter by the minute. That means the accountants employed by the teams to keep a grip on their finances are rapidly becoming some of the Most Valuable Players in the sport - something that Marko isn't keen on. Read also: FIA finally green lights 2026 Formula 1 engine...
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