Former F1 driver endorses Red Bull's decision to fire Christian Horner

Christian Horner had to leave Red Bull as CEO and team principal. The Brit worked for the Austrian racing team for no less than twenty years, but enough was enough. The disappointing sporting results are no longer sustainable.

Giedo van der Garde reacted on Instagram to the news. The Dutchman believes it's the right decision. “It’s hard, but if the results aren’t there, you need to find different solutions. After last year and the results now, it’s the right decision."

The former F1 driver thinks it's important to also mention Horner's good performance. “He did an outstanding job for the team, but now it’s time for fresh energy and new blood. 8 Driver WC, 6 Constructer WC, 124 wins: what a legacy. All the best to Laurent Mekies to find the winning streak again," said Van der Garde.

Max Verstappen's website also reacted to the news for the first time. Previously, it was quiet around the Dutchman's camp. Only his manager, Raymond Vermeulen, had previously come out with a public response to the news.