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Christian Horner's Legacy: A Two-Decade Journey at Red Bull Racing

Christian Horner has concluded a remarkable 20-year tenure with Red Bull Racing, leaving behind a legacy of success with eight drivers' championships and six constructors' titles. As he departs, a settlement in the range of $70 million to $100 million underlines his significant contributions to the team.

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The departure of Christian Horner marks the end of an era in Formula 1. Red Bull has not only set the standard for team performance but also revolutionized the sport's approach to engineering and strategy under his leadership. The challenge will be finding a successor who can uphold that legacy while navigating the intense competitive landscape of modern F1.

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Source: Motorsport.com

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