The biggest challenges Red Bull faces after sacking Horner
With Christian Horner sacked, Red Bull closes a chapter spanning all the highs and lows of the team’s history — one that includes two dominant eras, first with Sebastian Vettel and later with Max Verstappen, but it the recent downturn too. The narrative pitched to the Thai shareholders that outgoing team members were replaceable and […]
The biggest challenges Red Bull faces after sacking Christian Horner
With Christian Horner sacked from his team principal position, Red Bull closes a chapter spanning all the highs and lows of the team’s history—one that includes two dominant eras, first with Sebastian Vettel and later with Max Verstappen, but it the recent downturn too. The narrative pitched to the Thai shareholders that outgoing team members […]
Why Red Bull’s protest was rejected and Norris’ penalty didn’t lead to an F1 grid drop
The closing stages of the Canadian Grand Prix delivered many talking points, as the top five were closely bunched together and Lando Norris hit his team-mate Oscar Piastri. But the drama didn’t end yet after the chequered flag, thanks to a protest lodged by Red Bull. The timing was reminiscent of the situation a few […]
The story behind the Red Bull and Ford deal in Formula 1
The story of Ford’s return to Formula 1, from Red Bull’s point of view, is well known by now. The Milton Keynes-based team held lengthy talks with Porsche to develop a works engine for the all-new 2026 power unit regulations, but those ultimately collapsed. The German sports car brand was keen on becoming an equal […]
Horner’s pre-Goodwood F1 test drive an uplift in Red Bull positivity
Even for someone who has experienced 381 starts in Formula 1, it is interesting how the nerves can still get to you. Christian Horner has been at all of Red Bull’s races and overseen its 120 victories and 277 podiums. But until just under a week ago, he had never sampled one of the cars […]