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Christian Horner leaves Red Bull and Max Verstappen camp weighs in on sudden exit - RacingNews365 Review

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Christian Horner has left Red Bull with immediate effect, vacating his position as the team principal of the Milton Keynes-based outfit after over 20 years. 

Horner had a contract to remain as Red Bull's team principal until 2030; however, it has been decided that he will immediately vacate his position and leave the organisation. 

READ MORE: Christian Horner leaves Red Bull with immediate effect

Max Verstappen camp react to Christian Horner axe from Red Bull

The manager of Max Verstappen is adamant that "nothing will change" following the sacking of Christian Horner.

Red Bull GmbH, the parent company of Red Bull Racing, confirmed on Wednesday morning that Horner had been "released...from his operational duties with effect from today".

READ MORE: Max Verstappen camp react to Christian Horner axe from Red Bull

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Two more leading figures leave Red Bull alongside Christian Horner

Christian Horner has been joined by two senior management figures in departing Red Bull, RacingNews365 can confirm.

The news of Horner's bombshell exit dropped on Wednesday morning, ending his 20-year reign as team principal after overseeing the rise of an organisation into an F1 powerhouse that won eight drivers' championships and six constructors' titles during his tenure.

READ MORE: Two more leading figures leave Red Bull alongside Christian Horner

Christian Horner says 'no reason' given for Red Bull axe

Christian Horner has revealed that 'no reason' has been given as to why he has been sacked by Red Bull.

Horner and Red Bull have sensationally parted ways, with the Briton exiting the Milton Keynes-based team after 20 years in charge.

READ MORE: Christian Horner says 'no reason' given for Red Bull axe

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Why Red Bull and Christian Horner have parted ways

F1 has been rocked to its core with the news that Christian Horner has been sacked as team principal of Red Bull after 20 years in the role.

From early 2024, it was clear to the outside world that all was not too peaceful behind the scenes at Red Bull.

READ MORE: Why Red Bull and Christian Horner have parted ways

Max Verstappen releases statement after Christian Horner exit

Max Verstappen has shared a short message on social media following Christian Horner's sacking from the Red Bull team.

Red Bull confirmed on Wednesday morning that it had parted ways with Horner following his 20-year stint in charge.

READ MORE: Max Verstappen releases statement after Christian Horner exit

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