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Max Verstappen has spoken of what Christian Horner’s departure from Red Bull means for his future.
Max Verstappen remains steadfast in his belief that Christian Horner’s sudden departure from Red Bull Racing will not influence his decision regarding his future with the team. Horner’s dismissal followed a period of underwhelming performance for Red Bull, culminating in Laurent Mekies being appointed as his successor. Despite speculation surrounding Verstappen’s potential move to Mercedes, Toto Wolff’s diminished interest suggests a shift in focus. While Verstappen’s father, Jos, had been critical of Horner in the past, the Dutch driver maintains that Horner’s exit will not impact his career plans. Verstappen emphasizes the importance of teamwork and performance improvement under the new leadership, expressing his commitment to driving for Red Bull until the end of his career.
