Christian Horner issued his first phrases following his sudden sack from Purple Bull.
The 51-year-old Briton was launched from his duties because the group’s principal on Wednesday with an announcement that shocked the world of Method One.
Horner was the principal of F1’s longest serving group, operating the Purple Bull group for 20 years from its first season in 2005 till its present 2025 marketing campaign.
In the meantime, Horner led Purple Bull’s rise from a again marker to the world champion. Horner oversaw the group’s 124 race wins, 107 pole positions, 287 podiums, six constructor world championships and eight driver world titles.
Horner issued his first official assertion after being fired Wednesday night.
Horner leaves Purple Bull with a “heavy coronary heart”
“After 20 years of unbelievable journey collectively, at present it is heartbreaking to say goodbye to the group I completely cherished,” Horner wrote on Instagram.
“You guys, the unbelievable individuals within the manufacturing unit, had been all of the hearts and souls we achieved. Win and lose, we arise to one another at each stage, and I’ll always remember it.
“It’s a privilege to be a part of this epic group and lead this epic group and we’re pleased with our collective achievements and also you guys.
“We wish to thank the unbelievable companions and followers who made it attainable to go to the race. Your help has grown the group from a humble starting to a Method 1 powerhouse, claiming a six-constructor championship and an eight-driver championship.
“We likewise thank our rivals. There are not any races in any respect. You problem us, problem us, get reward we did not dream of.
“Method 1 is a sport constructed on relentless ambition, ardour and respect. The rivalry was fierce, however the mutual willingness to innovate and lift the bar makes this journey very particular.
“It was an honor to be a part of this unbelievable age of motorsports. We depart with nice delight in what we’ve got achieved and what we’ve got in our 2026 pipeline.
There was additionally footage of Horner’s emotional speech to workers at Purple Bull’s Milton Keynes campus on Wednesday.
Horner can be changed by Purple Bull’s group principal and CEO by Laurent Mekies, promoted from Sister Group Racing Bulls.
In the meantime, Alan Permane fills within the clean left by Racing Bulls Meki.
