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Toto Wolff opens up on Christian Horner’s dismissal from Red Bull.
Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff jokingly expressed concern about Christian Horner potentially joining the FIA following his dismissal as Red Bull’s team principal. The rivalry between Wolff and Horner, fueled by the battle between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen in the 2021 season, has been a central storyline in the Drive to Survive series. Despite their past friction, the two have been seen conversing in a friendlier manner recently, yet they are still regarded as fierce competitors.
Horner’s sudden departure from Red Bull left Wolff as the longest-serving team principal in the current lineup, with Wolff anticipating that Horner will reemerge in a different capacity within F1. While acknowledging Horner’s controversial persona, Wolff noted that his absence would be felt in terms of providing entertainment and maintaining the sport’s vibrancy.
Horner had a significant role in Red Bull’s success over the years, securing multiple world titles with Vettel and Verstappen but also facing controversy, such as the 2024 scandal involving allegations of misconduct by a female employee. Despite not having had recent contact with Horner since his departure, Wolff expressed his intention to reconnect with him at the appropriate time.
