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Red Bull’s Ultimatum: Will Christian Horner Survive the Emilia Romagna GP Upheaval?

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
May 8, 2025
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Red Bull’s Ultimatum: Will Christian Horner Survive the Emilia Romagna GP Upheaval?

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 04: Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on in the garage prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 04, 2025 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202505050165 // Usage for editorial use only //

Is Red Bull’s Christian Horner on the Chopping Block? Pressure Mounts as Emilia Romagna GP Looms

Rumors swirl around the Formula 1 world as speculations arise about the possible sacking of Christian Horner, the team principal of Red Bull Racing. The question on everyone’s mind: Will the Austrian brand pull the trigger on Horner after the Emilia Romagna GP?

With Max Verstappen, the defending champion, lagging behind in the latest Formula 1 season, questions have been raised about the leadership of Horner and the performance of the team. Verstappen’s frustration is palpable as Red Bull struggles to keep up with the pace set by McLaren, leaving the Dutch driver contemplating his future in the sport.

Reports from Italian media suggest that if Red Bull fails to turn things around at Imola, the Thai owners holding a majority stake in the team may lose faith in Horner. Despite attempts by Thai investors to shield Horner from termination previously, the pressure on the 51-year-old continues to mount.

Helmut Marko, the motorsport advisor at Red Bull, has confirmed plans for upgrades ahead of the Emilia Romagna GP in a bid to bolster the team’s performance. However, catching up to McLaren still seems like a distant dream, with Red Bull relying on their rivals’ mistakes to secure advantageous positions on the grid.

In the event of Horner’s departure, several names have been thrown into the mix as potential replacements for the coveted role of team principal at Red Bull. Speculations point to personalities such as Laurent Mekies, Marcin Budkowski, Mike Krack, Franz Tost, and even internal candidates within the team.

The plot thickens as rumors suggest that Oliver Oakes, who recently left Alpine under dramatic circumstances, could be a frontrunner to take over from Horner. Oakes’ experience in stabilizing teams under pressure could make him a suitable candidate for the high-profile position at Red Bull, with whispers indicating a strategic move by the team looking towards the 2026 season.

As the anticipation builds and the stakes continue to rise, the future of Christian Horner at Red Bull remains uncertain. Will the Emilia Romagna GP be the turning point for the team, or are we on the brink of witnessing a major shake-up in the leadership hierarchy of one of Formula 1’s powerhouse teams?

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