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Mekies Extends Contract as Red Bull's F1 Team Boss
Mark Mateschitz confirmed the renewal after back-to-back wins, and Red Bull said continuity in leadership will support its late-season resurgence.
- On Wednesday, Red Bull shareholder Mark Mateschitz confirmed that team principal Laurent Mekies has extended his contract through the end of 2031, securing his leadership of the Formula 1 outfit.
- Mekies took over as CEO and team principal in July last year following the departure of Christian Horner, whose exit ended a 20-year tenure leading the Austrian racing team.
- Red Bull recently secured back-to-back victories in Malaysia and Singapore, while World champion Max Verstappen extended his contract through 2030 and sophomore Isack Hadjar was retained for the 2027 season.
- Managing director Oliver Mintzlaff praised Mekies for his "outstanding leadership," noting that continuity is a key ingredient for sustained success during the team's next chapter.
- Technical teams led by Pierre Wache and Ben Hodgkinson continue to play a central role, providing a strong platform as the organization remains committed to bold, fast decisions ahead.
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After Max Verstappen, the Red Bull team manager also gets an XXL contract. Laurent Mekies is supposed to lead the racing team until the end of 2031.
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saarbruecker-zeitung.deAfter Max Verstappen, the Red Bull team manager also gets an XXL contract. Laurent Mekies is supposed to lead the racing team until the end of 2031.
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