In a surprising shake-up within the world of Formula 1, Christian Horner has been dismissed from his role as team principal of Red Bull Racing, effective immediately. This decision comes as a significant change in leadership for the organization, which Horner has guided since its debut in 2005, making him one of the longest-serving team principals in the sport's history.

During his remarkable 20-year tenure, the 51-year-old Brit has orchestrated an era of unprecedented success for Red Bull, leading the team to claim a total of six Constructors' Championships and eight Drivers' Championships. Under his stewardship, Red Bull emerged as a powerhouse in Formula 1, particularly during the dominance of drivers such as Sebastian Vettel and, more recently, Max Verstappen.

Oliver Mintzlaff, the managing director at Red Bull, expressed gratitude for Horner's contributions in an official statement released to

Elena Petrova