Christian Horner received over £100 million in compensation following his Red Bull departure.

Former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner received £100.482 million in combined compensation for loss of office following his departure in July 2025, according to UK Companies House filings. Horner was replaced by Laurent Mekies on July 9, 2025, before officially leaving the Red Bull Group on August 13, 2025.

The settlement payments were split between £33.494 million from Red Bull Racing and £66.988 million from Red Bull Technologies, where Horner served as director. Since leaving the paddock, Horner has been linked to various teams including Alpine and Ferrari while considering his Formula 1 future.

Horner made his first paddock appearance since departure at the 2026 British Grand Prix, telling Sky Sports F1 he had enjoyed his time away after 20 years with Red Bull. He indicated he would only consider opportunities that offered a real chance to win, emphasizing the importance of finding the right situation.

The former team principal has been at the center of multiple rumors about potential returns to Formula 1. His substantial exit package reflects his significant role in Red Bull's success during his tenure leading the Milton Keynes outfit.