Christian Horner, Red Bull Racing's long-serving team principal, was unexpectedly dismissed after 20 years. His replacement is Laurent Mekies, principal of the sister team. The team cited Horner's exceptional work but gave no reason for his immediate dismissal. Horner's tenure was recently marked by controversy, including sexual harassment allegations (which he was cleared of) and tensions with Max Verstappen's father. His departure may influence Verstappen's future with the team.

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