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Red Bull Confirms Christian Horner’s Immediate Exit After Finalizing Departure Deal

The move formalizes his negotiated departure following a July removal from operational duties.

Overview

  • Oracle Red Bull Racing announced that team principal and CEO Christian Horner leaves the team with immediate effect.
  • Red Bull said an exit agreement has been completed, closing a contract previously reported to run until 2030, with no financial terms disclosed.
  • Laurent Mekies has taken over as team principal following Horner’s July sidelining by Red Bull GmbH.
  • Red Bull executive Oliver Mintzlaff thanked Horner for two decades that delivered eight drivers’ titles and six constructors’ crowns.
  • Horner called leading the team an honor and is reported to be free to pursue future roles, with Cadillac distancing itself from speculation about a move.