Christian Horner: Red Bull F1 team principal sacked after 20 years in charge of Milton Keynes outfit | F1 News

Christian Horner was dismissed by Red Bull with immediate effect after 20 years as director of the Formula 1 team team.

Horner has been in charge of Red Bull since 2005, leading them to six manufacturers and eight pilot championships.

Laurent Mekies was appointed CEO of Red Bull Racing, passing from the Racing Bulls team.

“We would like to thank Christian Horner for his exceptional work in the past 20 years,” said Red Bull Managing Director Oliver Mintzlaff.

“With his tireless commitment, his experience, his expertise and his innovative thought, he played a decisive role in the creation of Red Bull Racing as one of the most successful and attractive teams of Formula 1.

“Thank you for everything, Christian, and you will forever remain an important part of the history of our team.”

Horner faced a turbulent 18 months on the track and off the track.

The allegations of inappropriate behavior brought against him in February 2024 by a colleague were rejected following a call last summer. Horner denied the accusations throughout.

Red Bull has seen several high -level characters leaving in the last 18 months, notably the legendary designer Adrian Newey in Aston Martin and sports director Jonathan Wheatley in Sauber.

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