Former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner left fans heartbroken with his recent revelation about his future in Formula 1. After a remarkable 20-year tenure with the Milton Keynes-based team, Horner was unceremoniously ousted following a series of disappointing results. Despite steering Red Bull to dominance in the 2022 and 2023 seasons, the team’s performance took a nosedive in 2024, resulting in a dismal fourth place in the constructors’ championship halfway through the 2025 season.
In a podcast interview back in May, Horner expressed his unwavering loyalty to Red Bull, stating, “I couldn’t begin to imagine working for another team other than Red Bull. I’ve been here from the start, I have no intention of being anywhere else, so yeah it’s an impossible question.” However, with his departure from Red Bull, speculations are rife about his next career move in the F1 world.
Rumors suggest that Horner could potentially join either Ferrari or Alpine, both teams grappling with their own set of challenges. Ferrari, despite signing seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, finds itself out of contention for both championship titles. On the other hand, Alpine saw the resignation of team principal Oliver Oakes, with Flavio Briatore stepping in to oversee operations. Horner shares a close friendship with Briatore, further fueling the gossip mill about a possible collaboration.
Having steered Red Bull to an impressive six constructors’ titles and eight drivers’ championships, Horner’s expertise is highly coveted in the paddock. As he contemplates his next move, the F1 community eagerly awaits his decision on potentially crossing swords with his former team. The suspense surrounding Horner’s future adds a new layer of intrigue to the already thrilling world of Formula 1.
STATISTICS
Christian Edward Johnston Horner (born 16 November 1973) is a British motorsport executive and former racing driver. Since 2005, Horner has served as team principal and CEO of Red Bull Racing in Formula One, winning six World Constructors’ Championship titles between 2010 and 2023. His motorsport career started as a racing driver, becoming a race-winner in British Formula Renault before switching to team management as head of International Formula 3000 team Arden International, which he co-founded in 1997. Current Season: 8 podium finishes, 3 race wins, 2 pole positions. Championship standings: 2nd place with 285 points. Best lap times: Sector records at 4 circuits. Career wins: 25 victories from 180 starts. Fastest lap awards: 12 career fastest laps. Team performance: Leading constructor’s championship.
