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Horner targeted to be Hamilton’s next Ferrari boss as early as 2026
Christian Horner has emerged as a potential target for Ferrari in a surprising F1 move that could see him as Lewis Hamilton’s boss. Despite leaving Red Bull, the 51-year-old could return to F1 as early as the first half of the 2026 season. Horner has reportedly contacted multiple team owners in hopes of securing a comeback in the sport. While his return to Aston Martin or Haas seems unlikely, a move to Alpine could be possible, potentially with some degree of ownership involved. Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert believes Horner could be the solution to Ferrari’s drivers’ title drought, even though current team principal Fred Vasseur recently signed an extended contract. Ferrari is said to be considering its options should performance not improve in the upcoming season.
