Christian Horner opens up on Red Bull F1 exit: “Perhaps it was perceived I had too much influence over the team”
Christian Horner has hinted that “it was perceived that I had too much influence over the team” which led to his departure as Red Bull Formula 1 team principal last year. The former Red Bull boss oversaw the team’s transformation into the energy drinks-branded outfit and into two eras of F1 domination: firstly with Sebastian Vettel and four consecutive F1 world drivers’ and world ... Keep reading
Christian Horner has dismissed rumours of a potential move to Ferrari, stating that he would only return to the pitwall if offered ownership of the team. The 52-year-old former Red Bull boss emphasized that Ferrari, while prestigious, does not offer equity to team principals, making an ownership stake unlikely. Horner expressed no desire to work under a corporate board again, preferring to stay outside the sport and explore new opportunities.
He jokingly teased rival Mercedes boss Toto Wolff, who had previously claimed Horner would never return to the paddock, and hinted at the possibility of retirement, suggesting he might find enjoyment in other pursuits like farming or spending time with his daughter.
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