The Briton, who has held the position of Red Bull team chief for the past 20 years, has broken the silence about his departure from the team. Christian Horner expressed pride for collective achievements, including eight drivers and six builders titles. Despite its success, the last year was marked by challenges, namely a drop in performance and internal controversies.
Although it had already been anticipated several times through rumors and speculation, After two decades as a team chief, he fell like a bomb in the Formula 1 world. Hours later, the most anticipated reaction of the day came – that of the British himself.
After 20 years ahead of Red Bull, Christian Horner states that he says goodbye to the team that so much estimated with a heavy heart, but also proudly: “It was a privilege to be part and lead this epic team and I am very proud of our collective achievements and all of you”wrote on your social networks.
Thanks to all the collaborators, partners, fans and rivals who contributed to this successful trajectory, marked by multiple titles and overcoming challenges, which resulted in eight pilot titles (com Sebastian Vettel e Max Verstappen) e six builders championships. In the last 20 years, it has also won 124 wins em 405 RACING, 107 pole position e 287 podiums.
Highlights Passion, ambition and respect that define Formula 1 and express confidence in the future, especially in plans for 2026, at a time when rumors already circulated on possible links to other teams, namely to the Ferrari.
From glory to “downfall” de Christian Horner
Over the past two decades, Christian Horner – who also had a brief career as a pilot – was primarily responsible for Turning Red Bull into one of the most feared teams in the grill, being simultaneously the team chief with greater longevity in this position.
Still, the last year has not been easy for Christian Horner, who saw the “girl of her eyes” mastery. The performance breach, from mid -2024, was aggravated by internal controversies – among them, the accusations of inappropriate behavior by an employee, of which it would be unlawful – and by
