Red Bull CEO Oliver Mintzlaff has opened up on the decision to part ways with Christian Horner earlier this year.
Horner was at the helm of the Milton Keynes-based squad since its inception in 2005 and oversaw various world championship triumphs with Max Verstappen and Sebastian Vettel.
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Major F1 pecking order change predicted as two manufacturers anticipated to struggle
The F1 pecking order in 2026 will largely depend on the efficiency of the new power unit, according to former Aston Martin strategy engineer Bernie Collins.
A major regulation overhaul next year will see changes to both the power unit build and aerodynamic rules.
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Red Bull CEO addresses Max Verstappen F1 future
Red Bull CEO Oliver Mintzlaff has expressed confidence that Max Verstappen will not opt to strike a partnership with another team in F1 before his retirement.
Verstappen's F1 future was the subject of scrutiny for the opening half of the 2025 campaign when the team was in an uncompetitive position compared to runaway leaders McLaren.
David Coulthard casts verdict on Max Verstappen 'regret' with 'weaker minds' explanation
David Coulthard does not believe Max Verstappen will "regret" running into George Russell at the Spanish Grand Prix, despite it costing the Dutchman vital points in the F1 drivers' championship.
The incident at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is well-trodden ground. Even if the Red Bull driver had relinquished position to the Briton without drama, he would have crossed the line fifth, securing 10 points.
READ MORE: David Coulthard casts verdict on Max Verstappen 'regret' with 'weaker minds' explanation
Ferrari detail 'important' F1 focus behind 'Spec A' justification
Fred Vasseur has revealed that Ferrari will arrive at the private test at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in January with a "spec A" car.
The team principal of the Scuderia expects its F1 rivals to follow suit, explaining that the emphasis will not be on performance during the five-day closed-door test, but rather on reliability.
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Toto Wolff makes 'lucky' Mercedes claim over George Russell
Toto Wolff has said Mercedes is "lucky to have" George Russell racing for it after the British driver's superb 2025 F1 season.
The five-time grand prix winner was one of the stand-out performers across the campaign, finishing fourth in the standings behind the three drivers' championship protagonists and amassing nine trips to the podium and twice to the top step.
READ MORE: Toto Wolff makes 'lucky' Mercedes claim over George Russell
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