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Christian Horner Sacked by Red Bull After Two Decades of F1 Dominance

Anubhav Talukdar by Anubhav Talukdar
July 10, 2025
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Milton Keynes, UK- Christian Horner, the architect of Red Bull Racing’s remarkable Formula One success, was sensationally sacked on Wednesday, concluding a hugely successful 20-year tenure as team principal. The 51-year-old, who had been at the helm since the team’s inception in 2005, leaves behind a legacy of eight drivers’ titles and six constructors’ crowns.

British media reports indicated that Horner broke down in tears as he informed the team’s workforce of his departure at their Milton Keynes base. Oliver Mintzlaff, CEO of corporate projects and investments, paid tribute to Horner, thanking him for his “exceptional work.”

A Reign Defined by Champions

Under Horner’s leadership, Red Bull ascended to the pinnacle of Formula One, enjoying two distinct periods of dominance. From 2010 to 2013, Sebastian Vettel secured four consecutive drivers’ titles, cementing Red Bull’s place among the sport’s elite. More recently, Dutch superstar Max Verstappen replicated this feat, winning the past four drivers’ titles for the team, extending Red Bull’s golden era.

Allegations, Internal Strife, and a Decline in Form

Horner’s dismissal as CEO and team principal comes 17 months after he was accused by a woman colleague of “inappropriate behaviour.” Despite being twice cleared over the claims by Red Bull GmbH, the team’s parent company, and despite his wife, former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, standing by him, “rumblings of discontent” reportedly persisted within the team.

This internal discord appears to have coincided with a significant downturn in Red Bull’s performance on the track. The team has won only two races this season, a stark contrast to their previous dominance, with McLaren emerging as the new team to beat. Max Verstappen, the reigning champion, is currently languishing 69 points behind championship leader Oscar Piastri at the halfway point of the campaign. His disappointing fifth-place finish at Sunday’s British Grand Prix, despite starting on pole, underscored the team’s recent struggles.

Key Departures and Verstappen’s Future

Horner’s departure is not an isolated event but follows a series of high-profile exits from Red Bull since last year. Design guru Adrian Newey, instrumental in the team’s championship-winning cars, signed for Aston Martin, while sporting director Jonathan Wheatley joined Sauber.

Adding to the complexity is the speculation surrounding Max Verstappen’s future, with suggestions he may be tempted to join Mercedes. His father, Jos Verstappen, a former F1 driver, had openly expressed his dissatisfaction with Horner even after the clearance of the charges, warning that the team was in danger of being “torn apart” if Horner remained.

With Horner gone, and former Ferrari racing director Mekies promoted from Red Bull’s second team, Racing Bulls, the Formula One landscape for the dominant team of recent years looks set for a significant, uncertain restructuring.

 

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