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Zach Koons

Christian Horner’s Exit Signals a Full Reboot Is in Effect at Red Bull Racing

Christian Horner is out after 20 years at the helm of Red Bull Racing. | Erich Schlegel-Imagn Images

After a challenging first half of the 2025 Formula One season, Red Bull Racing opted to make a move that signals a significant change in direction for the team, but one that didn’t involve four-time reigning champion Max Verstappen.

Instead, Christian Horner, who has served as team principal since the outfit’s inception in 2005, will depart the team effective immediately.

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