Red Bull Racing announced the immediate departure of Christian Horner from his role as both Team Principal and CEO on Wednesday, July 9, ending a 20-year era that produced six Constructors’ and eight Drivers’ Championships.

Red Bull have sacked team principal Christian Horner after 20 years in the position, the Formula One team announced on Wednesday.

Verstappen has a contract with Red Bull until 2028, but he is being courted by Mercedes.