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Ex-F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone has reacted to Red Bull’s sacking of Christian Horner, stating the suddenness of the departure has made it feel as if “he murdered somebody”.
Following Red Bull’s sacking of Christian Horner, former Formula 1 chief Bernie Ecclestone expressed shock at the abruptness of the departure, likening it to “he murdered somebody.” Horner was dismissed unceremoniously just days after the British Grand Prix, having led the team for 20 years, calling it “the biggest privilege of his life.” Ecclestone revealed he had spoken to Horner the day before the announcement, indicating that the sudden decision caught him off guard. The swift move to relieve Horner of his duties as Team Principal and CEO left Ecclestone puzzled, suggesting that Horner’s actions may have warranted such immediate action. While understanding the team’s possible dissatisfaction with results, Ecclestone found the immediate firing to be drastic and unexpected.
