Overview
- In the Netflix series, Horner says Red Bull executive Oliver Mintzlaff made the call to sack him, with Helmut Marko advising from the sidelines.
- He states neither Max Verstappen nor his father Jos were responsible for his departure.
- He attributes the decision to a post‑Mateschitz corporate realignment in which his influence was judged excessive.
- Horner was removed two days after the 2025 British Grand Prix and replaced by Laurent Mekies, following earlier probes that had dismissed a misconduct allegation against him.
- Coverage notes Marko’s prior public claim that Horner “lied,” and reports speculate he is exploring a return to F1, with Alpine frequently mentioned as a possible avenue.