Overview

• Haas principal Ayao Komatsu said Christian Horner reached out and that a single exploratory conversation took place, adding the matter did not progress.
• Aston Martin’s Andy Cowell stated there are no plans to involve Horner in any operational or investment role and remarked that Horner appears to be calling many team owners.
• Alpine executive Steve Nielsen dismissed talk of Horner joining the team, saying it is not true based on what he knows.
• Williams boss James Vowles said he would take Horner’s call but sees no reason to change the team’s current structure, while Cadillac had earlier publicly rejected collaboration.
• Media reports say Horner settled his Red Bull exit with a sizable payout and agreed to a work ban until May 2026, and separate reports suggest he is gauging investor interest for a potential new team despite significant entry hurdles.