Christian Horner Visits MotoGP Paddock in Jerez

Former Red Bull Formula 1 team principal Christian Horner made an unexpected appearance in the MotoGP paddock at the Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez on Saturday, joining Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and sparking interest in his potential future in motorsport.

Horner, who led Red Bull for more than two decades until his dismissal in the wake of the 2025 British Grand Prix, spent time in the Honda factory team garage during the weekend's final practice session. There, he reunited with Koji Watanabe, president of Honda Racing Corporation. The Japanese manufacturer had supplied engines to Red Bull from 2019 to 2025, powering the team to four consecutive drivers' championships with Max Verstappen before shifting to a technical partnership with Aston Martin starting in the 2026 F1 season.

The visit comes amid ongoing speculation about Horner's next steps following a reported 100 million pound settlement with Red Bull in September 2025. He has been linked to opportunities in Formula 1, including a group of investors interested in acquiring a 24 percent stake in Alpine, as confirmed by the team in January. Reports also indicate regular discussions with Aston Martin executive chairman...