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I'm not leaving Red Bull for Ferrari, says Horner

I'm not leaving Red Bull for Ferrari, says Horner
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Christian Horner has firmly denied suggestions that he could be lured away from Red Bull by Ferrari.

Christian Horner has firmly denied suggestions that he could be lured away from Red Bull by Ferrari.

Amid speculation about Frederic Vasseur's long-term position at Maranello, Bild newspaper claimed this week that Ferrari made a move for Horner just "weeks ago."

"Rumours are part of Formula 1," Horner told Bild from the Barcelona paddock.

"But there's more talk outside the team than inside.

"I built the racing team from day one. My track record speaks for itself.

I am fully committed to the team, the 2000 people who work for us, and the shareholders, and I feel their full support. I don't see myself anywhere else."

Now 51, Horner weathered a leadership power struggle and a personal scandal in 2024. He insists his focus remains on Red Bull's future, especially with the next-generation regulations kicking off in 2026.

"I'm looking forward to the future with the new engines starting next season," he said.

Addressing the Ferrari speculation directly, Horner added: "Again – I feel the trust and don't want to work anywhere else.

The fact that I'm still here proves that.

"Over time, I've had one or more inquiries from pretty much every racing team, which is flattering, but Red Bull is my home.

"If I wanted to, I could quit tomorrow. I've won more races than any other team boss. I've won 14 world championship titles. I don't have to prove anything to anyone anymore. But I don't want to quit yet. My job is more than just a job."

Meanwhile, rumours are swirling that Max Verstappen may not be able to activate an exit clause in his contract if he's still third in the championship at the end of June.

Horner dismissed that speculation as well.

"We're not worried in the slightest," he said. "Max has made his position very clear internally. He feels comfortable with us and enjoys working with the team. His mentality aligns with ours – we always want to win.

"I don't see him anywhere else but Red Bull in the near future."

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