US EditionRed Bull Fires Horner
ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 9 – Christian Horner was dismissed after 20 years amid internal pressures and team instability despite being cleared of misconduct, with Laurent Mekies appointed CEO of Red Bull Racing.
- On July 9, 2025, Red Bull fired Christian Horner from his roles as Team Principal and CEO after a 20-year tenure.
- Horner faced an internal investigation in early 2024 following allegations of 'controlling and inappropriate behaviour' by a female colleague.
- Red Bull initially cleared Horner after a three-week investigation, and a second inquiry upheld those findings, dismissing the allegations.
- Red Bull expressed gratitude to Horner for his leadership in transforming the team into a dominant force, achieving 124 race wins and securing eight drivers' championships, and acknowledged him as a key figure in their history.
- Laurent Mekies was appointed as Red Bull Racing CEO, replacing Horner, whose departure marks a major change mid-Formula 1 season with ongoing attention on his legacy.
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