Christian Horner sacked by Red Bull
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Red Bull have sacked team boss Christian Horner. Horner, Formula 1’s longest-serving team principal, led Red Bull since its arrival on the grid in 2005. But his contract, due to run until 2030, has now been terminated with immediate effect. Laurent Mekies has been appointed chief executive.
There's never a dull day in Formula One and today is no different, with Red Bull having confirmed Christian Horner 's surprise sacking. It's sent a shockwave across the Formula One world, given Horner had been the longest-reigning Formula One team principal, after originally taking charge in 2005.
The F1 world was left in shock on Wednesday morning when Christian Horner was released from his operational duties as Red Bull boss.