Particle.news
Download on the App Store
33 ARTICLES
·
last wk.

Christian Horner Calling F1 Team Owners as Multiple Teams Publicly Rule Out Moves

A Red Bull exit deal clears him to return by mid‑2026, yet his first approaches produced only a short Haas discussion that went no further.

Image
Christian Horner approached Haas about a role at the team not long after he was sacked by Red Bull it has been revealed. Image: XPB Images
Christian Horner, Red Bull, Silverstone, 2025
Image

Overview

  • Aston Martin chief Andy Cowell said Horner appears to be "ringing up pretty much every team owner" and declared there are no plans to involve him in an operational or investment role.
  • Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu confirmed Horner made contact and said an exploratory conversation took place before ending without progress.
  • Alpine managing director Steve Nielsen said there are no plans for Horner to join despite his friendship with adviser Flavio Briatore, and Williams boss James Vowles reported no contact and no reason to change his structure.
  • BBC reporting says Horner’s severance was finalized on 22 September with terms allowing an F1 return by mid‑2026, with sources citing a settlement of about 60 million euros.
  • Horner was removed as Red Bull team principal in July after 20 years in charge, and his search for a route back has prompted public clarity from several teams.