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Christian Horner Urged to Shift Role Amid Max Verstappen Drama: Insider’s Bold Move

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June 5, 2025
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Christian Horner Urged to Shift Role Amid Max Verstappen Drama: Insider’s Bold Move

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 31: Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on from the pit wall during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Spain at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on May 31, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202505310415 // Usage for editorial use only //

Formula 1 in Turmoil: Shocking Revelations Spark Calls for Red Bull Shake-Up

In a startling turn of events within the Formula 1 world, a renowned F1 expert and former Ferrari general manager has put forward a bold proposal for Christian Horner following a series of setbacks at the Spanish Grand Prix. The suggestion made by Peter Windsor has sent shockwaves through the racing community, recommending a significant “role change” for the long-standing Red Bull team principal. Windsor proposes that Horner should transition into the role of sporting director within the Red Bull organization, a move that could potentially reshape the dynamics of the Milton Keynes-based team.

The controversy stems from the recent Spanish Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen’s questionable maneuver on George Russell resulted in a 10-second penalty for the Dutch driver. Windsor speculates that under different circumstances, such as the presence of former sporting director Jonathan Wheatley, the incident could have been averted. The decision to pit Verstappen behind the safety car despite having only hard tires left in his arsenal led to frustrations for the young driver, culminating in the controversial move during the race.

Windsor’s pointed remarks during a video on his YouTube channel resonated with fans and experts alike, urging for a reconsideration of the team’s leadership structure. The absence of a replacement for Wheatley, who departed to assume the role of Sauber’s team principal, has raised concerns about the team’s strategic decision-making process. Windsor’s suggestion to shift Horner into the sporting director position underscores the gravity of the situation and the need for a recalibration within Red Bull Racing.

Christian Horner’s tenure at Red Bull has been marked by numerous successes, including six constructors’ championships and eight drivers’ championships since assuming the team principal role in 2005. Over the years, he has steered the team through triumphs and challenges, overseeing the careers of exceptional talents such as Daniel Ricciardo, Sebastian Vettel, and the current star driver, Max Verstappen. However, the departure of key figures like Jonathan Wheatley and design maven Adrian Newey in 2024 signaled a period of transition for the powerhouse team.

The tumultuous events of 2024, including allegations of inappropriate behavior against Horner and the team’s slip to fourth place in the constructors’ championship, have cast a shadow over Red Bull’s recent performance. As the team grapples with internal and external pressures, the spotlight is now on Horner and the potential restructuring that could redefine Red Bull’s future in Formula 1.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the Formula 1 landscape undergoes a seismic shift in the wake of the Spanish Grand Prix debacle.

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