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The agreement in Christian Horner’s Red Bull severance that allows him to return to F1 in the first half of 2026 has piqued a number of teams’ interest. But could he go it alone and start from scratch?
Christian Horner’s $100 million settlement with Red Bull has sparked speculation about his potential return to Formula 1, with options ranging from joining existing teams to setting up his own 12th team.
An agreement in Horner’s severance package allows him to come back to F1 in the first half of next year, emphasizing his desire for a quick comeback.
Horner aims for full control in any future role, a key factor in his successful tenure at Red Bull, where he oversaw various aspects of the team’s operations.
Equity ownership is also crucial for Horner, sparking interest in teams like Alpine and Aston Martin, where he could potentially buy into the ownership structure.
Both Alpine and Aston Martin offer promising opportunities for Horner to have the control and ownership stake he desires, potentially leading to significant changes within the teams.
