Marko tells Red Bull they have "no excuses" not to win 2019 title

Helmut Marko is desperate to win the 2019 title. He has told his team they have "no excuses" as Red Bull partner up with Honda during the winter break. He confirms Toro Rosso have sacrificed their 2018 season to give their bigger brothers an advantage next season.

"We want to crown the youngest World Champion in history. I have told the team that there are no excuses. [Honda] is already ahead of Renault," Marko said in an interview on F1i.

Toro Rosso have picked up plenty of penalties this season due to engine changes. This weekend they will reintroduce Honda's upgraded in Brazil.

“Toro Rosso are sacrificing their season for the big one in 2019. That is our tactic to get the most out of next year," Marko told RTL.

They've certainly talked the talk, but will they walk the walk? Let us know what you think in the comments below!