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.

His exit comes amid a turbulent year and a half both on and off the track for Red Bull.

Verstappen has won his four F1 titles and 65 grands prix wins to date in a Red Bull squad led by Horner across the last 10 seasons.

A handful of hours after the news was made official, Verstappen took to social media to deliver his own goodbye to Horner.

“From my first race win, to four world championships, we have shared incredible successes,” Verstappen said.

“Winning memorable races and breaking countless records. Thank you for everything, Christian!”

Horner travelled to the Red Bull factory at Milton Keynes on Wednesday to give his own farewell message to the team.

The Briton reportedly “broke down” with emotion on occasion while saying his goodbyes in a visit that lasted roughly 90 minutes before he exited the campus.