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Horner’s F1 return hits ANOTHER stumbling block
Christian Horner’s hopes of making a F1 return at Alpine have been dashed, with Bernie Ecclestone ruling out any collaboration between the two. Ecclestone criticized Red Bull’s handling of Horner’s departure, calling it “ruthless” during an interview at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Speculation about Horner potentially joining Alpine alongside Ecclestone was put to rest by the 94-year-old, who quipped that it was as likely as Lewis Hamilton winning an eighth title. Horner’s rumored switch to Ferrari was also quashed, as the Italian team extended their contract with current boss Fred Vasseur, leaving Horner’s future in doubt. With Ecclestone casting doubt on any F1 comeback for Horner, the former Red Bull team principal’s next move remains uncertain.
