Christian Horner returns to F1 with new advisory role at Oakley Capital
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:11 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Christian Horner, former Red Bull Racing team principal, accepts an advisory position with Oakley Capital, focusing on sports investments. He has aspirations related to potentially acquiring the Alpine team, currently on the market. Horner’s new role may provide the backing needed for this purchase and additional opportunities in Formula 1.
- •Horner has been out of F1 for one year.
- •He leads the sports division at Oakley Capital.
- •Rumors link him to an Alpine team acquisition.
- •Horner's plans may include forming a new F1 team with BYD.
- •Oakley Capital's resources could facilitate Horner's ambitions.
- 10:11 PMYahoo Sports — Why Christian Horner’s New Role Could Lead to F1 Return
"Former Red Bull boss Christian Horner, who left the sport for a year, is taking on a new advisory role for private equity firm Oakley Capital.
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