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Red Bull’s New F1 Chief Faces Extinction Threat Amid Team’s Freefall and Star Departure

David Castro by David Castro
July 17, 2025
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Red Bull’s New F1 Chief Faces Extinction Threat Amid Team’s Freefall and Star Departure

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - APRIL 19: Laurent Mekies, Team Principal of Visa Cash App Racing Bulls looks on during final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on April 19, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202504190060 // Usage for editorial use only //

Red Bull Racing is on the brink of a major shakeup after the sudden departure of long-time team principal Christian Horner. The arrival of Laurent Mekies to take the reins has sparked concerns and warnings of further risks ahead for the once-dominant Formula 1 team.

Former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer sounded the alarm, highlighting the gravity of the situation facing the Red Bull squad. With Horner gone and Mekies stepping into a high-pressure role, the team is facing an unprecedented challenge to reverse their recent decline.

The unexpected decline of Red Bull, without any significant regulatory changes, has left many questioning the team’s future. Palmer emphasized the daunting task ahead for Mekies, as he navigates the complexities of reviving a team that was once at the forefront of the sport.

One of the pressing issues on the horizon is the development of new power units, marking Red Bull’s venture into producing their own engines for the first time. With Mekies’ limited involvement in this crucial project, the stakes are higher than ever for the Frenchman as he grapples with the team’s technical advancements.

Moreover, the looming uncertainty surrounding star driver Max Verstappen’s future adds another layer of complexity to Red Bull’s predicament. Speculations about Verstappen potentially defecting to Mercedes have only added to the team’s challenges as they strive to regain their competitive edge.

The pressure is mounting on Red Bull as they navigate a series of unprecedented changes, both internally with the leadership transition and externally with the upcoming technical regulations overhaul. The fate of the team hangs in the balance as Mekies steps into the spotlight, tasked with steering Red Bull back to its former glory.

In the fast-paced world of Formula 1, where every decision can make or break a team, Red Bull Racing finds itself at a critical juncture. As the dust settles from Horner’s departure, all eyes are on Mekies and his ability to orchestrate a remarkable turnaround for one of the sport’s most iconic teams.

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