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After a record-breaking year in Formula 1 in 2023, the two most powerful figures at Red Bull enjoyed bumper salary rises, with Christian Horner enjoying a sizeable increase in earnings. Red Bull was unstoppable in 2023, as the team won all but one of the 22 races, 19 of which Max Verstappen took en route […]
In 2023, Red Bull dominated the Formula 1 season, with Max Verstappen winning 19 races and clinching his third consecutive Drivers’ Championship. The team continued their success in 2024 with three one-two finishes in the first four races, but internal conflicts and scandals threatened their stability. Key figures like Sporting Director Jonathan Wheatley and Chief Technology Officer Adrian Newey will depart at the end of the year, with Horner and Marko seeing substantial salary increases amidst the turmoil. While Verstappen is poised to secure the drivers’ title in 2024, Red Bull’s struggles in the Constructors Championship highlight the challenges they face going into the next season. Despite the team’s success on the track, off-track issues and financial uncertainties may impact the leadership’s earnings and future strategies.
