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Jake Dennis was probably not the only one who thought this when they heard the news.
Red Bull development driver Jake Dennis was surprised by the news of Christian Horner’s departure from the team, initially thinking it was a joke when a friend told him about it. Dennis, the Formula E champion for the 2022-23 season, has been with Red Bull since 2018, with Horner playing a key role in his current position.
Having worked closely with Max Verstappen and contributing to Red Bull’s success in Formula 1, Dennis expressed his surprise at the unforeseen change in leadership at Red Bull.
Despite being occupied with other racing commitments, Dennis acknowledged that Horner’s exit was unexpected and described it as “a shame,” recognizing Horner’s significant contributions to the team and the sport. He believes Red Bull will undergo a transition period with Laurent Mekies taking over as the new team principal.
Reflecting on the impact of Horner’s departure, Dennis acknowledged the challenge of filling his shoes after his two-decade tenure but expressed confidence in Mekies’ abilities to lead the team effectively.
