Tsunoda bids farewell to Horner in emotional message

Updated: 23:28, 09 Jul 2025

byLuke-John Buckle

Yuki Tsunoda has taken to his X account to write a heartfelt post as team principal Christian Horner was dismissed on Wednesday.

The Japanese driver was brought in earlier this season ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix after Liam Lawson floundered in the opening two rounds.

He will remain the final driver signed to the Red Bull team at the end of the Horner era which lasted 20 years.

Horner will be replaced by Laurent Mekies, who is being promoted from the Racing Bulls team, and Alan Permane will lead the junior outfit.

Tsunoda thanked Horner for all his support

Tsunoda said: "Thank you, Christian, for all the support you’ve given me this year. It’s been amazing to see what you’ve built at Red Bull, and thank you for making me part of that. I’ve learned a lot and am grateful for everything."

角田裕毅/Yuki Tsunoda

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thank you Christian for all the support you’ve given me this year. it’s been amazing to see what you’ve built at @redbullracing and thank you for making me part of that. i’ve learned a lot and am grateful for everything

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Tsunoda bids farewell to Horner in emotional message

byLuke-John Buckle

Tsunoda thanked Horner for all his support

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