Overview

• Christian Horner was released from his operational duties on July 9, 2025, ending his two-decade run as Red Bull Racing’s team principal.
• Laurent Mekies was promoted from Racing Bulls to CEO of Red Bull Racing with immediate effect.
• Red Bull GmbH leadership led by Oliver Mintzlaff secured backing from co-owners Chalerm Yoovidhya, Mark Mateschitz and advisor Helmut Marko for the change.
• Despite steering the team to eight drivers’ titles and six constructors’ crowns, Horner oversaw just two wins in the first 12 races of the current season.
• Lingering misconduct allegations twice dismissed internally, along with senior departures such as Adrian Newey and Jonathan Wheatley, contributed to the reshuffle.