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Christian Horner’s exit has shocked many, including a driver who first visited the team back in 2006.
Sebastien Buemi, a long-time figure at Red Bull, expressed surprise at Christian Horner’s departure, finding it “hard to realise” until he visits the team next. Buemi’s association with Red Bull goes back to 2006, where he has held various roles within the organization. While he raced for the sister team from 2009-2011, he has recently been a key simulator driver for Red Bull.
Christian Horner’s sudden exit as team principal after more than 20 years leading the team was announced on a Wednesday morning, leaving Buemi uncertain about the reasons for the departure. Buemi mentioned being taken aback by the news, having found out about it like everyone else, via the internet. He expressed that he didn’t have much insight into the situation since he hadn’t spoken to many people there, but hoped to learn more during his next visit to Milton Keynes for the Zandvoort race.
