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07:00, 10 Jul
Updated: 21:29, 10 Jul
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After Wednesday's staggering announcement that Christian Horner had been dismissed by Red Bull, follow the latest news today as we keep you updated.
Christian Horner was sacked by Red Bull
Christian Horner was dismissed from the Red Bull team after 20 years at the helm of the Austrian team.
Christian Horner was dismissed from the Red Bull team after 20 years at the helm of the Austrian team.
The announcement shocked the Formula 1 world as he has led the team to 14 world championships and most recently, Max Verstappen's four world championships.
Despite winning the championship last year, they were under pressure from McLaren and Red Bull are down in fourth in the Constructors' Championship.
Max Verstappen has taken two race wins this season but is a distant third in the world championship behind the two McLarens.
Christian Horner responded after leaving Red Bull
The Red Bull team are now embarking on a new era as Horner is no longer part of the team after 20 years there.
He will be replaced by Laurent Mekies who is being promoted from Racing Bulls while Alan Permane will lead the junior outfit.
Martin Brundle said on Sky Sports F1 that there was "no reason given" as Horner departed the team.
The internet reacted to Horner leaving the Red Bull team
The news that Christian Horner has departed the Red Bull team sent shockwaves around the F1 world as he has led the outfit to so much success.
Horner's dismissal was certainly the talking point Formula 1 fans were most interested in as people voiced their opinions.
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