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Christian Horner Tests the Waters With MotoGP Paddock Return

The appearance underscores his interest in non‑F1 roles given political resistance to a direct return.

Overview

  • Horner attended Saturday’s MotoGP round at Jerez as an invited guest of Liberty Media and F1 chief Stefano Domenicali.
  • He said he is exploring other forms of motorsport and that he is "liking what I see," after spending time in the Honda garage with Koji Watanabe and speaking with Ducati figures.
  • Reports say his Red Bull exit deal leaves him free to work in F1 from late May, which could allow a return by the Canadian Grand Prix, yet he has stated he is in no rush.
  • The Sunday Times, cited by multiple outlets, reports he has wealthy backers for an ownership-led F1 comeback, with top teams valued near £6.5 billion, though a willing seller remains the main hurdle.
  • Toto Wolff has warned his route back could be difficult after "breaking a lot of glass," and Liberty’s recent MotoGP takeover has opened easier crossover paths that others, such as Guenther Steiner at Tech3, have already taken.