During his 20 years leading Red Bull, Christian Horner achieved significant success with eight drivers’ championships, six constructors’ titles, and 124 grand prix wins. However, due to key departures and the team’s poor car performance this season, Horner has been dropped.
The new team principal at Red Bull will be Laurent Mekies, who was previously with Racing Bulls. Alan Permane will take over Mekies’ role at Racing Bulls, moving up from his racing director position.
This decision has sparked speculation about Max Verstappen and his father’s involvement, as well as potential implications for Ferrari, who may consider Horner as a replacement for Fred Vasseur.
James Allen, along with correspondents from the Netherlands, Austria, and Motorsport.com, will delve into the background of Horner’s dismissal. They will assess the situation and its impact on the F1 landscape.
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