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Following Christian Horner’s departure from Red Bull and F1, Max Verstappen discussed how the team’s dynamics have changed with Laurent Mekies at the helm.
Following Christian Horner’s departure from Red Bull and Formula 1, Max Verstappen discussed how the team’s dynamics have changed with Laurent Mekies at the helm after 20 years of Horner’s leadership, marked with eight Driver Championships and six Constructors Championships.
Verstappen credited Horner’s leadership for his rise to four consecutive titles, notably the dominant 2023 season, but 2024 saw a decline as Red Bull fell behind McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes.
Horner was replaced by Mekies midway through the 2025 season, with Verstappen praising the new leadership and strategy adopted under the Racing Bulls’ team principal.
Although Verstappen cherished his time with Horner, particularly the 2021 title win, he expressed excitement for the future working with Mekies and navigating the championship challenges ahead.
Despite reclaiming victories post-summer break, Verstappen continues to approach races with his unwavering focus and minimalist mindset, aiming to close the gap in the championship with six rounds left in the season.
