Horner details how he learned of Red Bull sacking

Christian Horner has given new details of how he was told he had been dismissed as Red Bull CEO and team principal. He said he was called to a London meeting the day after the 2025 British Grand Prix, believing it concerned marketing structure, and found Red Bull's chief executive Oliver Mintzlaff, Helmut Marko and the head of HR waiting with a press release confirming the termination of his contract.

Horner said he was given no reason beyond Red Bull wanting to "go in a different direction" until he pressed for one, when he was told it was "more Christian Horner Racing than Red Bull Racing". He was replaced by Laurent Mekies, promoted from sister team Racing Bulls.

Speculation about a return to Formula 1 has grown, with Horner linked to Ferrari, Alpine, Aston Martin and BYD. He said he was not sure he wanted to return, adding that any move would need to be an exciting project, and he has told The Times that a "dream" role at Ferrari is the only job that could tempt him back without an ownership stake.