F1: What did Christian Horner say after being dismissed from Red Bull?

The English issued a statement after being fired from his position as director of the Austrian team, a position he held for 20 years.

Christian Horner dawned on Wednesday, July 9, with the news that the director of the Red Bull Racing team would no longer be, a position he held for 20 years, more precisely, from the birth of the team. Along the way, the Austrian Team got eight pilot titles (four with Sebastian Vettel and many others with Max Verstappen), six of builders, 124 victories, 107 pole posations, 287 podiums, 31 doubles … The successes accumulated under the baton of English, but their period ended. The Expileot passed through the Milton Keynes plant to collect their things and gave a speech to employees in tears. A while later, he published a statement.

“After an incredible 20 -year trip together, today I say goodbye with the shrinking heart of the team that I have loved so much. Each of you, the incredible people from the factory, have been the heart and soul of everything we have achieved. We win or lose, at every step of the road, we have supported each other and I will never forget it. It has been a privilege to be part of this epic team and lead it, and I am very proud of our collective achievements and all of you, ”Horner wrote.

Then, he dedicated a time to the owners and the fans of the F1: “Thanks to the incredible partners and fans who have allowed us to compete. His support contributed to the team from growing from its humble beginnings to become a power of Formula 1. thanks also to our rivals, without which there would be no careers. They pushed us, challenged us and allowed us to achieve achievements that we never dream. The competition made each victory sweeter and every setback an opportunity to develop and grow. Formula 1 is a sport based on ambition, passion and respect. The rivalries have been fierce, but the mutual impulse to innovate and raise the bar is what made this trip so special. It was an honor to be part of this incredible era of motoring. I go with an immense pride for what we have achieved and also for what is in project for 2026, and with enormous respect for all those who have made the F1 the top that is today. Thank you all ”.