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Despite recent speculation surrounding Christian Horner’s future with Red Bull Racing, it has been confirmed that the long-serving team principal will remain in his role. Rumors had been swirling that Horner could be set to leave the team following a difficult start to the 2025 Formula 1 season. However, according to GPFans, Red Bull has made a firm decision to keep Horner in charge, with his current contract reportedly running through to the end of the decade.
Red Bull has experienced a dramatic decline in performance compared to previous seasons. While they dominated in recent years, the 2025 campaign has been anything but smooth. McLaren has emerged as the leading force on the grid, winning five of the six races so far. Red Bull’s only victory this season came at the Japanese Grand Prix, courtesy of Max Verstappen. The team’s recent underperformance has led to whispers that changes could be coming, including a potential shake-up in management.
Despite these concerns, Red Bull’s leadership appears to have full confidence in Horner’s ability to steer the team back to the front. While Austrian media had floated names like former Racing Bulls chief Franz Tost and ex-Alpine team boss Oliver Oakes as potential replacements, these suggestions appear to have no real basis. Sources close to the team have dismissed the idea that Horner will be ousted, indicating that he continues to have strong backing from Red Bull’s senior figures.
Tensions within the team have not helped matters. Both Verstappen and Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko have been openly critical of the car’s performance this season. The once-dominant RB series cars now appear to lack the pace needed to challenge McLaren consistently. Verstappen’s frustration was evident at the Miami Grand Prix, where he finished over half a minute behind winner Lando Norris and could only manage second place.
Furthermore, Verstappen currently trails championship leader Oscar Piastri by 32 points in the drivers’ standings. With performance gaps growing, Red Bull’s upcoming car upgrades will be vital if they hope to keep Verstappen in the title hunt and prevent McLaren from pulling further ahead.
Horner’s position had already faced scrutiny in 2024, when a female Red Bull employee accused him of inappropriate behavior. Although Horner denied all allegations and was cleared after an internal investigation, the incident strained his relationship with Verstappen and Marko. Despite the controversy, Horner retained his role and led the team to secure Verstappen’s fourth consecutive world title. Over time, the internal friction eased, and the team managed to stay focused on their racing objectives.
Now in 2025, although Red Bull faces new challenges on the track, the management has reaffirmed its trust in Horner. As Red Bull works to regain its competitive edge, Horner remains central to their strategy and long-term vision. The coming races, starting with the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola, will be crucial in determining how the rest of the season unfolds for the struggli
ng champions.
