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Christian Horner Reportedly Close to Being Sacked as Red Bull Team Struggles in 2025
Christian Horner, the long-time Red Bull Racing team principal, is believed to be on the brink of being dismissed from his role following a disappointing start to the 2025 Formula One season. The 51-year-old, who has led Red Bull since its entry into F1 in 2005, is reportedly under serious pressure as the team underperforms both on the track and behind the scenes.
After five races into the season, Red Bull has managed just one victory — achieved by Max Verstappen at the Japanese Grand Prix. This result is a far cry from the team’s dominant form in previous years, where they often set the pace and were regular race winners. Their current form has alarmed fans and insiders alike, with Red Bull sitting significantly behind their main rivals in the standings.
One of the most concerning aspects of Red Bull’s shaky start to 2025 has been its instability regarding driver line-ups. The team began the season with Max Verstappen and Liam Lawson, but Lawson was dropped after just two races due to disappointing performances. His place was taken by Yuki Tsunoda, who had previously driven for the Red Bull sister team. However, even with Tsunoda back in the main team, Red Bull hasn’t been able to gain much ground in the championship battle.
Red Bull currently trails McLaren — the surprise frontrunners of the season — by a staggering 141 points in the Constructors’ Championship. This points gap has raised alarm bells within Red Bull’s upper management, who are reportedly growing frustrated with the team’s lack of pace, poor decision-making, and lack of strategic clarity. With Red Bull’s success heavily tied to its brand image and commercial influence in the sport, a prolonged downturn in performance is seen as unacceptable by key stakeholders.
Amid growing concerns, discussions about Horner’s future have reportedly intensified within Red Bull’s leadership. According to various sources, the team is already considering possible replacements should the situation fail to improve in the upcoming races. Two serious candidates are believed to be under consideration — one is a former team principal known for his technical expertise and leadership, while the other is an influential figure currently working within the Red Bull organization who has gained trust among top executives.
Despite Horner’s track record, which includes multiple world titles and historic success with Red Bull, the team’s current struggles appear to be testing the patience of those at the top. His controversial decisions, such as the early-season driver change and the failure to keep up with the competition, may ultimately prove too costly.
As the F1 season progresses, Horner’s position appears increasingly unstable. If Red Bull continues to lag behind McLaren and other rivals, a leadership shake-up may be imminent. The next few races could be crucial not only for Red Bull’s championship hopes but also for Horner’s future in the sport.
