Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleChristian Horner is expected to make his Formula 1 comeback at this weekend's British Grand Prix, his first appearance in an F1 paddock since his dismissal. He was relieved of his duties as Red Bull team principal 48 hours after last year's British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Horner, who led Red Bull to eight world drivers' championships and six constructors' titles, has said he has “unfinished business” in the sport. He has been linked with potential roles at Alpine, Aston Martin, and a possible 12th team with Chinese car manufacturer BYD, though Renault Group has denied discussions regarding Alpine. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff suggested Horner's return could be hindered by “repercussions” from his past, while Horner insists he will only return for a significant, winning opportunity. In fullChristian Horner set for Formula 1 return at British Grand PrixMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Christian Horner to return to F1 paddock for first time since sacking
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleChristian Horner is expected to make his Formula 1 comeback at this weekend's British Grand Prix, his first appearance in an F1 paddock since his dismissal. He was relieved of his duties as Red Bull team principal 48 hours after last year's British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Horner, who led Red Bull to eight world drivers' championships and six constructors' titles, has said he has “unfinished business” in the sport. He has been linked with potential roles at Alpine, Aston Martin, and a possible 12th team with Chinese car manufacturer BYD, though Renault Group has denied discussions regarding Alpine. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff suggested Horner's return could be hindered by “repercussions” from his past, while Horner insists he will only return for a significant, winning opportunity. In fullChristian Horner set for Formula 1 return at British Grand PrixMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
