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Bortoleto confronted Marko over ‘B-grade' jibe

Apr.4 Formula 1 rookie Gabriel Bortoleto confronted Dr Helmut Marko after being described in the media as a ‘B-grade' driver. 20-year-old Brazilian Bortoleto is the reigning F2 champion, but Red Bull advisor Marko pointed out recently that 'he only had two wins'. 'He's a very intelligent driver who brings the car home, but I don't see that ultimate speed in him.' Almost immediately, Bortoleto – managed by F1 legend Fernando Alonso – snapped back. 'Hearing that from Helmut – he's a guy who has put a lot of talent in Formula 1 and has put a lot of wrong talents in F1. 'So, you can see he got it right and wrong and hopefully I will prove him wrong.' Now, a photo has...
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