Christian Horner's Potential F1 Team
Christian Horner is exploring options to return to the Formula 1 paddock after his exit from Red Bull, including setting up his own team.
Horner has held preliminary talks about establishing a 12th team on the grid, which would be a first since the 2012 season.
The grid will expand to 11 teams in 2026 with the arrival of Cadillac, but Horner's chances of joining the paddock are uncertain.
Haas has declined to meet with Horner, who approached them about a potential role.
Horner was removed from his roles as Red Bull's F1 CEO and team principal in July and finalized his departure in September.
- Christian Horner is looking to return to F1 after leaving Red Bull.
- A 12th team on the grid is a possibility, but uncertain.
- The grid will have 11 teams in 2026 with Cadillac's arrival.
Author's summary: Horner explores F1 return options.