Christian Horner was dismissed as team principal and chief executive of Red Bull following significant internal strife, primarily to ensure Max Verstappen's continued association with the team. The decision came after a downturn in performance, despite Red Bull's remarkable success in winning 21 of 22 races in 2023. Verstappen currently trails championship leader Oscar Piastri by 69 points, while Red Bull's position in the constructors' championship is fourth, primarily due to Verstappen's contribution of 165 points compared to his teammate's seven. The underlying issues for the team's performance remain unresolved.
The sacking of Christian Horner as team principal of Red Bull signals a drastic response to internal strife and the quest to retain Max Verstappen's loyalty.
Despite winning 21 out of 22 races in 2023, Red Bull finds itself struggling in the constructors' championship, with Verstappen showing a significant points lead compared to teammates.
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