Christian Horner has been dismissed from Red Bull Racing
Red Bull Racing employees were notified that Christian Horner has left his position as team principal as of today. He will be replaced by former Racing Bulls executive Laurent Mekis.
Horner's contract stipulated his role as team principal until 2030, but a decision was made for him to leave immediately and depart from the company.
A few hours after Horner's resignation was announced without explanation, Red Bull Racing's press service issued a brief official statement.
"After 20 years with the team, Christian Horner is leaving his role as team principal and CEO of Oracle Red Bull Racing.
We thank him for his tireless and exceptional work. He played a key role in transforming this team into one of the most successful in Formula 1, winning eight drivers’ championships and six constructors’ trophies.
Thank you for everything, Christian, you will always remain an important part of our team's history," the official statement said.
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Christian Horner has been dismissed from Red Bull Racing
Christian Horner has vacated the team principal position with immediate effect. He will be replaced by former Racing Bulls manager Laurent Mekies.