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Christian Horner departed his Red Bull team principal role earlier this year but has consistently been linked with a move back to the F1 paddock.
Former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner held “exploratory talks” with Haas earlier this year, expressing interest in a role with the American team.
After leading Red Bull Racing for two decades, he was suddenly ousted from his position following the British Grand Prix this year.
Negotiations with Red Bull GmbH regarding his severance package concluded last month after an agreement was reached.
Although absent from the F1 paddock since his departure, rumors suggest Horner is eyeing a return in a co-owner capacity, which he couldn’t achieve at Red Bull.
Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu confirmed Horner’s approach to the team for discussions, but no further progress was made.
Speculations also link Horner to Cadillac and possibly Aston Martin, highlighting his desirability as a candidate for various teams in Formula 1.
Currently on gardening leave per his exit pact with Red Bull, Horner may be free to engage in a new F1 project by early 2026.
