Overview

• Former Haas chief Guenther Steiner said a switch to Aston Martin "wouldn't work," citing recent friction between Christian Horner and Adrian Newey and broader internal unhappiness at Red Bull.
• McLaren’s Zak Brown praised Horner’s record as "stellar" and said F1 benefits from different personalities, noting the intrigue that plays out off the track.
• Brown had previously welcomed Horner’s July ouster, arguing the sport would be in a healthier place and accusing him of having "crossed the line" in past conduct.
• Horner negotiated a severance reportedly worth about £80 million and is currently on gardening leave that is expected to end before next summer.
• Speculation continues to link Horner with Alpine, Aston Martin and Haas, though no prospective move has been confirmed.