BREAKING: Max Verstappen Reveals Ongoing Contact with Christian Horner as Teams E…read more
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has revealed that he is still in contact with his former Red Bull team principal, Christian Horner, following Horner’s dramatic exit from the team last year.
Speaking during his end-of-season interview with Viaplay, Verstappen admitted that staying as close as they once were has not been easy since Horner was abruptly dismissed from Red Bull in July. According to the Dutch driver, conversations now feel different, and maintaining the same personal and professional bond over phone calls has proven challenging under the circumstances.
Verstappen and Horner shared a long and highly successful relationship in Formula 1. Horner became Verstappen’s boss in 2016, playing a key role in shaping the young driver’s career and guiding him to the top of the sport. Under Horner’s leadership, Verstappen developed into a dominant force, winning four consecutive world championships and helping Red Bull establish itself as one of the most successful teams of the modern era.
Horner’s sudden departure sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 paddock, sparking widespread debate and speculation about his future. Given his extensive experience, leadership qualities, and proven record of success, several rival teams are reportedly monitoring the situation closely, with some believed to be ready to “swoop” for the axed team principal.
Despite the upheaval, Verstappen’s comments highlight the mutual respect that still exists between the two. While their relationship has inevitably changed, the continued contact suggests that the bond forged during years of success has not been completely broken, even as both men move on to new chapters in their Formula 1 careers.
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