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Christian Horner contemplates future after Red Bull Racing departure

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Christian Horner contemplates future after Red Bull Racing departure

Summary

Christian Horner stated he is in no rush to return to Formula 1 following his departure as Red Bull Racing CEO and team principal in July 2025. Speaking at the Autosport Business Exchange in New York, he indicated that he could accept never returning to the paddock. Horner emphasized that any potential comeback would need to be serious, reflecting on his two decades in charge. His comments come amid ongoing discussions about team leadership changes in F1.

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•Horner was sacked from Red Bull Racing in July 2025.
•He led the team for 20 years before his exit.
•Horner expressed no urgency to return to F1.
•He spoke at the Autosport Business Exchange in New York.

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Christian Horner has explained that he is in no hurry to return to Formula 1 and that he could live with never working in the paddock again. Horner was sacked as Red Bull Racing CEO and team principal in July 2025, ending 20 years in charge. Speaking to CBS News anchor Errol Barnett at the Autosport Business Exchange in New York on Wednesday, he said any comeback would have to be a serious ...Keep reading
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