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Christian Horner wins Autosport’s John Bolster Award
The Autosport Awards is an annual event that honors individuals or groups for their technical excellence in motorsport. Previous winners have included legendary figures such as Roger Penske, Ross Brawn, Sir Patrick Head, Adrian Newey, and Toto Wolff.
Christian Horner, team principal of Red Bull F1, was awarded the prize in recognition of his achievements in leading the team to 113 grand prix victories, seven drivers’ titles, and six constructors’ crowns since 2005. Horner received the accolade on December 3rd at the Autosport Awards ceremony in London.
During his tenure, Horner managed a talented team of technicians and engineers, including renowned designer Adrian Newey. He credited his wife and partners for their key contributions, especially during the challenging end of the season. Red Bull also received other awards, such as International Racing Driver of the Year for Max Verstappen and International Competition Car of the Year for the RB19.
The Autosport Awards also featured categories determined by fan voting, such as British Competition Driver of the Year and Rookie of the Year, while others were decided by expert judging panels. The event recognized various achievements, including the Aston Martin Autosport BRDC Young Driver of the Year, the Autosport Gold Medal with the Gregor Grant Award for lifetime legacy, and awards for Pioneering and Innovation, Moment of the Year, and Promoter of the Year. A new addition for 2023 was the Brand Partnership of the Year Award. To learn more about the rest of the award winners, visit autosport.com/awards.
