Red Bull Racing undergoes major change one year after Horner's departure
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
On July 9, 2025, Christian Horner was ousted as Red Bull Racing's F1 boss, ending a 20-year era of leadership. His removal was the result of internal political struggles, which included shifting dynamics within the team. Laurent Mekies took over the reins amid these changes. As Red Bull navigates its new leadership structure, its performance and strategies in the ongoing season are closely observed.
- •Christian Horner was removed after a protracted political battle.
- •There was a notable impact on team dynamics following his ousting.
- •Laurent Mekies was appointed as the new team principal.
- •Horner's departure ended a two-dynasty period for Red Bull.
- •Team performance remains a focus under the new leadership.
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"A year has passed since Red Bull made the decision to part ways with CEO and team principal Christian Horner after the 2025 British Grand Prix, but what has really changed at the Milton Keynes team since then? Between Max Verstappen's epic comeback in the 2025 Drivers' title race, to Isack Hadjar emerging as the best hope the Austrian outfit have had in years when it comes to lifting that second seat curse up against the Dutchman - this is the story of Laurent Mekies' first year as Red Bull boss
"On 9 July 2025, the news of Christian Horner's shock ousting as Red Bull Racing's F1 boss sent shockwaves through the paddock. Bringing an end to a 20-year period which yielded two dominant, title winning dynasties, Horner was removed following a protracted political battle within Red Bull, with a wide array of dominoes all contributing to a sensational end result. In came Laurent Mekies, a ...Keep reading
"On 9 July 2025, the news of Christian Horner's shock ousting as Red Bull Racing's F1 boss sent shockwaves through the paddock. Bringing an end to a 20-year period which yielded two dominant, title winning dynasties, Horner was removed following a protracted political battle within Red Bull, with a wide array of dominoes all contributing to a sensational end result. In came Laurent Mekies ...Keep reading
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 10, 2026, 8:25 AMHow Red Bull has changed one year after Christian Horner's shock sacking
A year has passed since Red Bull made the decision to part ways with CEO and team principal Christian Horner after the 2025 British Grand Prix, but what has really changed at the Milton Keynes team since then? Between Max Verstappen's epic comeback in the 2025 Drivers' title race, to Isack Hadjar emerging as the best hope the Austrian outfit have had in years when it comes to lifting that second seat curse up against the Dutchman - this is the story of Laurent Mekies' first year as Red Bull boss
- AutosportJul 9, 2026, 2:30 PMIs Red Bull better or worse off one year after Horner's sacking? Our writers have their say
On this day one year ago, Christian Horner was sacked as Red Bull Formula 1 team principal after 20 years in charge. Since then Laurent Mekies was installed as the new team boss, the team enjoyed a resurgence in 2025 in which Max Verstappen came two points off taking a fifth world title and the team began its new era with Red Bull Ford Powertrains. There’s been bumps along the way, from ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJul 9, 2026, 2:30 PMIs Red Bull better or worse off one year after Christian Horner's sacking? Our writers have their say
On this day one year ago, Christian Horner was sacked as Red Bull Formula 1 team principal after 20 years in charge. Since then Laurent Mekies was installed as the new team boss, the team enjoyed a resurgence in 2025 in which Max Verstappen came two points off taking a fifth world title and the team began its new era with Red Bull Ford Powertrains. There’s been bumps along the way, from ...Keep reading
- AutosportJul 9, 2026, 1:35 PMOne year on: How Red Bull changed post-Horner
On 9 July 2025, the news of Christian Horner's shock ousting as Red Bull Racing's F1 boss sent shockwaves through the paddock. Bringing an end to a 20-year period which yielded two dominant, title winning dynasties, Horner was removed following a protracted political battle within Red Bull, with a wide array of dominoes all contributing to a sensational end result. In came Laurent Mekies, a ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJul 9, 2026, 1:34 PMOne year on: How Red Bull changed post-Christian Horner
On 9 July 2025, the news of Christian Horner's shock ousting as Red Bull Racing's F1 boss sent shockwaves through the paddock. Bringing an end to a 20-year period which yielded two dominant, title winning dynasties, Horner was removed following a protracted political battle within Red Bull, with a wide array of dominoes all contributing to a sensational end result. In came Laurent Mekies ...Keep reading
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