Christian Horner became the youngest team principal in Formula 1 in 2005 at Red Bull. Over two decades, he left as one of the championship’s longest-serving leaders, overseeing eight drivers’ and six constructors’ world championships. Horner built a reputation as a ruthless operator demanding excellence, steering Red Bull through multiple golden eras with some drivers making F1 history.
David Coulthard was Red Bull’s first major signing, delivering consistent performances, and helping develop the team. Despite scoring the team’s first podium, he retired before their title success, remaining an ambassador and friend of Horner.
Christian Klien struggled against Coulthard, showcasing inconsistent performances before being let go. Vitantonio Liuzzi also struggled to make an impression, ending up at Toro Rosso.
Robert Doornbos had a mixed time, showing respectable pace but not meeting the team’s rising ambitions, leading to his departure. Mark Webber thrived under Horner, becoming a key part of Red Bull’s success.
