Red Bull Racing Sacks Team Boss Horner With Immediate Effect
Horner has held the role for some 20 years – the Briton leading Red Bull through their first F1 season back in 2005 and playing a key role in turning them from points scorers into World Champions.
'Red Bull has released Christian Horner from his operational duties with effect from today (Wednesday 9 July 2025) and has appointed Laurent Mekies as CEO of Red Bull Racing,' said a Red Bull spokesperson.
'Oliver Mintzlaff, CEO Corporate Projects and Investments thanked Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years.'
'We would like to thank Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years,' added Mintzlaff.
'With his tireless commitment, experience, expertise and innovative thinking, he has been instrumental in establishing Red Bull Racing as one of the most successful and attractive teams in Formula 1.
'Thank you for everything, Christian, and you will forever remain an important part of our team history.'
As part of the managerial reshuffle, current Racing Bulls Racing Director Alan Permane will be promoted to Team Principal at the sister outfit.
'The last year and a half has been an absolute privilege to lead the team with Peter [Bayer, Racing Bulls CEO],' commented Mekies.
'It has been an amazing adventure to contribute to the birth of Racing Bulls together with all our talented people. The spirit of the whole team is incredible, and I strongly believe that this is just the beginning.
'Alan is the perfect man to take over now and continue our path. He knows the team inside out and has always been an important pillar of our early successes.'
Permane added: 'I feel very honoured to take on the role as Team Principal and would like to thank Oliver and Helmut [Marko, Red Bull advisor] for the trust they have shown in me.
'I am looking forward to working with Peter to continue the good work that both him and Laurent have done in taking this team forward.
'This is a new challenge for me, but I know that I can count on the support of everyone within them.'
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