Red Bull Racing has parted ways with long-time team principal Christian Horner after months of internal tension and declining performance.
Idman.biz, citing BBC, reports that though the decision may seem sudden, it followed an 18-month period of instability, marked by a power struggle, the exit of key figures like Adrian Newey, and controversial management decisions.
Horner, once a dominant figure, lost influence following Red Bull co-owner Dietrich Mateschitz’s death. Internal divisions and poor second-driver choices further weakened his position.
Red Bull's performance dipped: Max Verstappen trails in the 2025 championship, and the team sits fourth in the constructors' standings. Rumors suggest a Verstappen ultimatum may have tipped the scale. Ultimately, Horner’s departure reflects a leadership unable to sustain the team’s once-unrivaled dominance.
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