Red Bull Racing has ousted Christian Horner after two decades in charge.
The Formula 1 team announced it had fired its longtime team principal on Wednesday amidst a turbulent season that could ultimately lead to the departure of Max Verstappen. Horner has been the longest-serving team principal in F1.
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“We would like to thank Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years,” Red Bull executive Oliver Mintzlaff said in a statement. “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.”
