P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The shock departure of Christian Horner as Red Bull Racing CEO and Formula 1 team principal has been accompanied by the exit of two other senior figures.
The departure of Christian Horner as Red Bull Racing CEO and Formula 1 team principal has resulted in the exit of two other senior executives, Oliver Hughes and Paul Smith.
Both Hughes and Smith held significant roles in marketing and communications, respectively, and had worked closely with Horner during their time at Red Bull.
Their departure suggests a shift in leadership direction by Red Bull’s parent company, aiming to decentralize operations that were centralized under Horner’s tenure.
Many key members have left the team in recent years, potentially due to personal and professional controversies involving Horner.
The future of other senior figures at Red Bull Racing remains uncertain following Horner’s exit and the appointment of Laurent Mekies as the new CEO.
