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Christian Horner reveals truth behind brutal Red Bull driver sacking
Former Red Bull F1 boss Christian Horner has addressed a controversial driver swap in the upcoming Season 8 of Drive to Survive, set to premiere on February 27. The new season promises to delve into the intense dramas of the 2025 F1 championship, including incidents within the Red Bull team.
The departure of key figures like Horner and Helmut Marko added to the drama, with Horner’s ousting last July and Marko leaving in December. Despite the leadership changes, Horner oversaw a critical mid-season driver swap, raising eyebrows in the paddock.
This swap involved promoting Yuki Tsunoda to replace Liam Lawson alongside Max Verstappen after Lawson’s lackluster performances. The decision, considered harsh by many, ultimately favored Lawson, who retained his seat at the Racing Bulls outfit.
In the upcoming season, Horner clarifies that the driver swap wasn’t solely his decision, indicating Helmut Marko’s significant influence. Additionally, Lawson disclosed that even Verstappen disagreed with the move, emphasizing the complexities of driver dynamics in F1.
