Overview

• Red Bull confirmed Christian Horner’s departure on 22 September following a settlement widely reported at roughly £80m ($70–100m).
• Multiple outlets report the agreement could allow a comeback in the first half of 2026, though exact terms have not been disclosed.
• Haas, Alpine and Aston Martin have been floated as possibilities, with reporting that Horner would seek equity or decisive authority rather than a purely subordinate role.
• Ex-Haas boss Guenther Steiner doubts swift moves to Alpine or Aston Martin and says Horner is likely to wait for an ownership-style opportunity.
• McLaren CEO Zak Brown praised Horner’s record while addressing return rumors, as separate reports claim a significant portion of the payout could be lost to tax.