Christian Horner leaves behind a formidable listing of accomplishments for Crimson Bull throughout his time with the Components One workforce.
Briton, 51, was rapidly sacked by Crimson Bull after 20 years of stint as a workforce principal.
Horner joined Crimson Bull since his advance to Components 1 in 2005, and has been an ever-present a part of the workforce, overseeing all 405 Grand Prix begin.
From the again to the entrance of the grid
In his spell as principal of F1’s longest workforce, Horner led Crimson Bull to an eight-driver world championship and a six-constructor world title.
Horner helped Crimson Bull transfer from the again marker on the grid to the dominant power of F1 over two separate success spells.
Crimson Bull received 124 Grand Prix below Horner’s management, incomes 107 pole positions and 287 podium finishes.
Sebastian Vettel claimed Crimson Bull’s first victory (and 1-2) on the 2009 China Grand Prix, persevering with to safe the workforce’s first driver and constructor title the next yr.
Vettel loved one thing like a dynasty alongside Crimson Bull as workforce and driver combos received 4 consecutive World Championships till the primary guidelines have been shaken in 2014.
Christian Horner
The second period of Crimson Bull rule
Verstappen ended the drought of the Crimson Bull title in 2021, beating Lewis Hamilton within the controversial Abu Dhabi finale.
The Dutch received three extra consecutive world titles below the Horner watch, whereas Crimson Bull received extra Constructors’ Championships in 2022 and 2023.
Crimson Bull Managing Director Oliver Minzlaff paid tribute to Horner’s legacy following affirmation of his dismissal Wednesday.
“We wish to thank Christian Horner for his distinctive work over the previous 20 years,” Mintzlaf stated.
“His tireless dedication, expertise, experience and progressive pondering helped him set up Crimson Bull Race as one of the profitable and engaging groups in Components 1.
“Thanks to all the pieces, Christian. You’ll stay an vital a part of our workforce’s historical past.”
