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Red Bull Appoints Mekies as Team Principal, Negotiates Horner’s $67 Million Exit

Horner remains on gardening leave until January 2026 pending resolution of his contract termination.

Christian Horner no quiere renunciar al dinero que le corresponde por el final de su vínculo con Red Bull. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)
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Christian Horner se despidió de Red Bull tras 20 años en la escudería.
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Overview

  • Laurent Mekies formally took over as Red Bull Racing team principal on July 9, succeeding Christian Horner after his 20-year tenure.
  • Horner is negotiating the termination of his five-year contract, which could cost Red Bull about $67.4 million in severance.
  • Under a gardening leave clause, Horner remains on Red Bull’s payroll and cannot join another team until January 2026.
  • Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko reportedly met with senior leadership before Horner’s dismissal and proposed Sebastian Vettel as a successor.
  • Media reports suggest teams including Alpine, Ferrari and Aston Martin have approached Horner for potential roles and a reunion with Sergio Pérez.