Red Bull Racing has dismissed long-time team principal Christian Horner, ending a 20-year partnership that produced multiple Formula 1 world titles. No reason was given for the abrupt move, and former Ferrari deputy Laurent Mekies will take charge with immediate effect.
 

Key Points

• Legacy: Horner guided Red Bull to four consecutive Constructors’ Championships (2010 – 2013) and the current Max Verstappen era of dominance.

• The Successor: Mekies arrives with a reputation for calm, data-driven leadership and deep technical expertise.

• Pop-Culture Angle: Horner’s marriage to Spice Girl Geri Halliwell and his spotlight role on Netflix’s Drive to Survive made him one of F1’s most recognizable figures.

How will this shake-up affect Red Bull’s strategy for the 2026 regulations? We’ll break it down at the top of every hour.
 

Listen Live on My Car Show Radio for the full 60-second rundown.