Overview

• Aston Martin team principal Andy Cowell said Christian Horner is "calling pretty much every team owner" and declared there are no plans to involve him in any capacity.
• Haas boss Ayao Komatsu confirmed Horner approached the team and that a single exploratory conversation took place but went no further.
• Alpine managing director Steve Nielsen dismissed talk of Horner joining the team, noting he cannot speak to any private discussions involving advisor Flavio Briatore.
• Williams chief James Vowles said he would take Horner's call but suggested that would be the extent of it, while Cadillac has previously ruled out interest.
• Separate reports suggest Horner is exploring investors and even a potential new entry, a possibility that remains unverified and at a very early stage.