Content overview: “Christian Horner calls Red Bull sacking 'brutal' after ex-wife's death, praises Geri Halli”. Christian Horner has described his dismissal from Red Bull Racing as 'brutal', revealing the pain of losing his job just one week after the death of his ex-wife. The 52-year-old, who spent two decades as team principal and CEO, was sacked in July 2025 following an internal power struggle and a dip in on-track performance. His departure reportedly came with a £67 million pay-out.
Horner has credited his new wife, former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, for helping him through both the scandal over inappropriate text messages and his subsequent exit from the team. The saga marks a dramatic end to one of Formula One's most successful leadership eras, with Horner having overseen multiple world championships. His comments offer a rare glimpse into the personal toll of high-stakes motorsport politics and the resilience required to move forward. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.