The Formula 1 paddock was rocked Wednesday by the news that Christian Horner, the longtime CEO and team principal of Red Bull Racing, has been fired after a 20-year run that featured many race wins and championships with drivers like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen.

After weeks of speculation over the future of Max Verstappen at Red Bull, it is Christian Horner who is departing the team. It was announced on Wednesday that Horner is leaving with immediate effect,

Max Verstappen Pays Emotional Tribute to Christian Horner After Red Bull Sacking originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen sent a message to now former boss Christian Horner upon the latter's firing from Red Bull Racing.