Horner’s Sack CHAOS: Verstappen Summons Red Bull Management, Threatens He Won’t Re…read more
In a shocking escalation of internal tensions at Red Bull Racing, reigning Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen has reportedly summoned senior management to an emergency meeting following the sudden dismissal of Team Principal Christian Horner. Sources close to the paddock reveal that Verstappen is deeply unsettled by the decision—and has now threatened not to renew his contract if the situation remains unresolved.
The abrupt sacking of Horner, a cornerstone of Red Bull’s modern F1 dominance, has sent shockwaves through the team’s Milton Keynes headquarters. Horner’s departure has raised critical questions about the team’s long-term stability, leadership structure, and vision moving forward—especially with Verstappen, their most valuable asset, now openly voicing concerns.
Insiders claim Verstappen demanded clarity and reassurances from Red Bull Racing executives, warning that the removal of Horner without his consultation was a serious breach of trust. The Dutch driver, who has been fiercely loyal to the team’s leadership, reportedly described Horner’s ousting as “a betrayal of the foundation we built together.”
The threat not to renew his contract has set alarm bells ringing across the F1 grid. Verstappen’s current deal runs through 2028, but there are growing fears that exit clauses could be triggered early if the team’s internal crisis is not defused.
With tensions rising, the Formula 1 world now awaits Red Bull’s official response. One thing is certain—without urgent action, the team risks not just losing its principal, but its reigning world champion as well.
