Christian Horner leaves Red Bull Racing: A legacy is coming to an end!

Christian Horner leaves Red Bull Racing: A legacy is coming to an end!

Christian Horner is ending his role as team boss at Red Bull Racing after 20 years. On Wednesday, July 9, 2025, Horner said goodbye to the workforce in Milton Keynes. He said that the dismissal came as a surprise to him and that despite his resignation he would remain with the company, but would no longer be involved in day-to-day operations. Laurent Mekies has been appointed as Red Bull Racing's new CEO, while two of Horner's close confidants, Paul Smith (head of communications) and Oliver Hughes (head of marketing), will also be leaving the team. Horner looked back on the development of the team, which developed from a “party group” into one of the best teams in Formula 1 history.

Under Horner's leadership, Red Bull Racing won a total of eight world championships and six constructors' titles. Oliver Mintzlaff, CEO Corporate Projects and Investments, thanked Horner for his outstanding work and praised his commitment and innovative thinking. Alan Permane is promoted to Team Principal of sister team Racing Bulls and plans to continue the successful work of Mekies and Peter Bayer, CEO of Racing Bulls.

The new path for Red Bull Racing

The decision to relieve Horner of his duties as team principal with immediate effect was confirmed by Red Bull on the same day Mekies took over the reins. Horner reflected on his time at Red Bull and the intense competition he had, particularly with Mercedes. Horner's farewell marks a significant change within the team, which has had a significant impact on Formula 1 since its founding in 2005.

Formula 1 as the music of motorsport has a long and fascinating history that began in 1950 when the FIA ​​launched the first season. A variety of teams and drivers competed this season, including Guiseppe Farina, who won the first race at Silverstone and became the first Formula 1 world champion. The development of the sport over the decades, from the early races to today's highly complex competitions, shows the dynamics and changes in motorsport.

Horner's retirement will be closely watched by both fans and former rivals as Red Bull Racing finds itself at a key stage. The coming months will show how the team will develop under Mekies' new leadership to maintain the competitive position that Horner has built. Red Bull Racing has impressed in the past not only with victories, but also with innovations in the motorsport sector.

The future remains exciting for both Horner and Red Bull Racing. Although the long-standing collaboration will end, Horner's continued involvement in the company could offer new perspectives. In any case, motorsport will continue to be shaped by developments within the team and the decisions of its managers.

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