Christian Horner: ‘Not all teams act that way. You don’t see the same brutality as when I left’

Christian Horner, former team principal of Red Bull Racing, opened up about the emotional turmoil surrounding his departure from the team in July 2025. He expressed feelings of pain and confusion, stating he was not provided with a clear reason for his dismissal after nearly two decades of service. Horner highlighted the impact of personal tragedies, including the death of his daughter's mother, which coincided with his exit from the team.

In his reflections, Horner noted the significant growth of Red Bull during his tenure, from under 400 employees to 2,200. He also discussed the challenges he faced, including a power struggle within the team following the death of founder Dietrich Mateschitz. Despite the difficulties, Horner acknowledged the support from his wife, Geri Halliwell-Horner, and expressed gratitude for the loyalty of his former staff.