Overview

• Red Bull confirmed its split with Horner after removing him from operational duties in July, with Laurent Mekies now leading team operations.
• Multiple outlets report an exit package widely cited at about £80 million, though some estimates put the figure closer to £52 million.
• The Express reports a 45% tax rate would trim an £80 million payout by roughly £36 million.
• Recent reports indicate Horner’s agreement would allow him to take another F1 role as early as the first half of the 2026 season.
• Horner is linked by media reports to a potential move to Haas and is said to want equity in any team, while Haas sits ninth in 2025 with Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman.