Max Verstappen clarified that Christian Horner's dismissal as team principal would not impact his choice to remain with Red Bull. He noted that Red Bull GmbH was behind the move, stemming from a year and a half of internal power struggles. Despite Horner's previous leadership, pressure intensified due to team underperformance and scandals. Verstappen revealed he was informed shortly before the announcement and acknowledged that management had the right to make such decisions. He maintained a friendly relationship with Horner, referring to Red Bull as his second family.
Max Verstappen stated that the dismissal of Christian Horner as team principal would not influence his decision to stay at Red Bull, emphasizing that management changes were their prerogative.
Verstappen confirmed that he had advance notice of Horner's exit, indicating that the management's decision to change direction came after a challenging year and a half for the team.
Despite the leadership change, Verstappen maintained a positive relationship with Horner, saying it felt like a second family to him, and expressed that the decision was in the management's rights.
Horner's dismissal was also linked to the need to keep Verstappen at the team, highlighting the star driver's discussions with Mercedes amidst Red Bull's recent underperformance.
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