Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has revealed when Max Verstappen could part ways with Red Bull Racing.

Speaking to media including PlanetF1.com ahead of what proved to be his final race in charge of Red Bull at the British Grand Prix, Horner conceded that it would be “embarrassing” for Mercedes or “any manufacturer” if RBPT-Ford produce a better engine at the first time of asking in F1 2026.

By sacking Christian Horner, Red Bull has made a big change to try to return to F1 winning ways. But there are other steps it must take, too

Red Bull's 2026 performance has come under scrutiny following Christian Horner's exit, potentially leaving Max Verstappen in a dilemma.

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has been fired after 20 years with the team, a team spokesperson told CNN Sports on Wednesday.

Red Bull has replaced Christian Horner with a long-time F1 engineer, who is already calling on his experience as he meets his new team

The Red Bull Racing Formula One team will part ways with Yuki Tsunoda after the 2025 season. A report by GPBlog suggests that Red Bull will not extend Tsunoda's contract, which is said to expire at the end of the current year.