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Red Bull Finalizes Christian Horner’s Board Departure

Official filings install Stefan Salzer alongside Helmut Marko on Red Bull’s UK boards, marking the end of Horner’s formal ties to the team.

Formula One F1 - British Grand Prix - Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain - July 6, 2025 Red Bull team principal Christian Horner ahead of the race REUTERS/Andrew Boyers/File Photo
Bernie Ecclestone says he doesn't think Christian Horner will come back to F1 without a stake in a team. Image: XPB Images
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Overview

  • Companies House filings dated August 13 confirm the termination of Horner’s directorships at Red Bull Racing, Red Bull Technology and Red Bull Powertrains.
  • Stefan Salzer was appointed to those same boards on July 8, replacing Horner and joining Helmut Marko as the only listed directors of Red Bull Racing.
  • Laurent Mekies, elevated on July 9 from Racing Bulls boss, continues in his roles as team principal and chief executive of the main Red Bull F1 operation.
  • The filings effectively conclude Horner’s gardening leave and signal that settlement terms for his departure have been finalized.
  • Industry insiders and former F1 figures suggest Horner’s future return to the sport would likely hinge on securing an ownership stake or a comparable leadership position elsewhere.