Overview

• Christian Horner’s 20-year tenure as Red Bull Racing team principal ended on July 9, 2025.
• Laurent Mekies, previously principal of sister team Racing Bulls, assumes the role of CEO at Red Bull Racing immediately.
• Red Bull GmbH’s announcement offered no reason for Horner’s release from operational duties.
• During Horner’s leadership, the team secured eight drivers’ world championships and six constructors’ titles.
• The change follows a season where Max Verstappen won only two of the first 12 races and has intensified speculation over his future.