Christian Horner was released as the director of the Red Bull Racing team with an immediate effect after 20 years at the helm. The burning of the upper one comes a year after the scandal of sexual texts, because the performance of Red Bull was in bankruptcy this season. Horner led Red Bull to six designers and eight drivers’ championship after taking over the role in 2005.
Horner was in charge of the British Grand Prix team last weekend, where Max Verstappen finished 5th and Yuki Tsunoda 15.
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“We would like to thank Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years,” said Oliver Mintzlaff CEO.
“Thanks to its tireless commitment, experience, expertise and innovative thinking, it was assisted in establishing Red Bull Racing as one of the most successful and attractive teams in Formula 1.
“Thank you for everything, Christian, and you will forever remain an important part of our team’s history.”
The decision comes a year after the turbulent 18 months for and off the track on the track. The accusation of inappropriate behavior was raised against him in February 2024, but that a female colleague, but but Were released after appeal last summer. Horner denied any unlawful conduct during the investigation.
The performance of the team has also decreased because they are currently fourth at the championship of constructors with 172 points. The main driver Max Verstappen is also the third at the driver’s championship and Strong messages suggest that he could be on his way from the team to join Mercedes.
The last 18 months have also seen that Red Bull has lost many prominent characters, including the legendary designer Adrian Neime on Aston Martin and sports director Jonathan Wheatley to Sauber.
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Published on:
9 July 2025
