Christian Horner has released a statement following news of his exit from the Oracle Red Bull Racing Formula 1 team.

The 51-year-old heralded the team into the world of F1 in 2005, and lead RBR for the past 20 years, serving as team principal and CEO.

On Wednesday (July 9), just three days after the British Grand Prix, it was announced that he is no longer leading operations at Red Bull Racing with immediate effect. Sister team Racing Bulls’ team principal Laurent Mekies was been appointed to the main team, with Racing Bulls Racing Director Alan Permane being promoted to team principal.

Several hours after the news, Christian broke his silence with a length statement shared to his Instagram page.

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“After an incredible journey of twenty years together, it is with a heavy heart that today I say goodbye to the Team I have absolutely loved. Every one of you, the amazing people at the factory, have been the heart and soul of everything that we have achieved. Win and lose, every step of the way, we have stood by each other as one and I will never forget that. It’s been a privilege being part of and leading this epic Team and I am so proud of our collective accomplishments and you all.” Christian wrote.

“Thanks to the amazing partners and fans who enabled us to go racing. Your support has helped grow the team from its humble beginnings to an F1 powerhouse that laid claim to 6 Constructors Championships and 8 Drivers Championships.

“Equally, thank you to our rivals, with whom there would be no racing at all. You’ve pushed us, challenged us, and enabled us to achieve accolades we never dreamed possible. The competition has made every victory sweeter and every setback an opportunity to develop and grow,” he continued.

“Formula 1 is a sport built on relentless ambition, passion, and respect. The rivalries have been fierce, but the mutual drive to innovate and raise the bar is what has made this journey so special.

It’s been an honour to be part of this incredible era of motorsport. I leave with immense pride in what we’ve achieved and also with what’s in the pipeline for 2026 — and huge respect for everyone who’s made F1 the pinnacle it is today. Thank You”

Christian also signed off on the note with his achievements with the team over the years – six constructors championship titles, eight drivers titles, 124 victories, 12 sprint wins, 287 podiums, 107 pole positions and 100 fastest laps.

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