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Red Bull Racing has officially confirmed the departure of Christian Horner from his position as team principal and CEO, marking the end of a significant era in Formula 1. After widespread speculation throughout the day, Red Bull issued an official statement via their social media platforms, formally announcing that Horner has left the team following more than 20 years of dedicated service.
The confirmation came hours after the sister team, Racing Bulls, had already announced that their own team principal, Laurent Mekies, would be stepping into the newly elevated position of Red Bull Racing CEO. This signaled an internal restructuring within Red Bull’s Formula 1 operations, and the motorsport world had been awaiting an official word from the main Red Bull team itself.
In a heartfelt message shared on X (formerly Twitter), Red Bull Racing expressed their deep gratitude to Horner for his remarkable contribution to the team’s growth and success since its early days. The team credited Horner as a central figure in transforming Red Bull Racing into one of the most dominant forces in modern Formula 1 history.
“After 20 years with the team, Christian Horner departs Oracle Red Bull Racing as team principal and CEO,” the statement read. “We thank him for his tireless and exceptional work. He has been instrumental in building this team into one of the most successful in F1, with eight drivers’ championships and six constructors’ championships.”
The post concluded with a personal note of appreciation: “Thank you for everything, Christian. You will forever remain an important part of our team’s history.”
Christian Horner first took charge of Red Bull Racing in 2005 when the team made its debut on the Formula 1 grid following the takeover of Jaguar Racing. Over the following years, Horner played a key role in recruiting top talent and building the infrastructure that would allow Red Bull to challenge the established giants of the sport.
Under his leadership, the team celebrated immense success, particularly during the Sebastian Vettel era from 2010 to 2013, when Red Bull won four consecutive double titles. More recently, Horner oversaw the resurgence of Red Bull with Max Verstappen, culminating in multiple driver championships and a dominant run in both team and individual standings.
Horner’s sudden exit has stunned fans and insiders alike, given his longstanding presence and influence not only within Red Bull but across the F1 paddock. While no specific reason has been made public regarding the decision, the shift marks a significant turning point for the team as it prepares for the remainder of the current season and the future beyond Horner’s leadership.
With Laurent Mekies now stepping up to take on a major leadership role, attention will turn to how Red Bull Racing will manage this transition and whether it will affect the team’s performance on track. For now, the racing world bids farewell to one of its most successful and polarizing team bosses of the modern era.
