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British GP 2026: Reports place Horner at Silverstone

News - 2026-07-08 - By Jenny Marsh

Autosport and Motorsport.com reported Christian Horner was at Silverstone for the 2026 British Grand Prix, his first paddock appearance since leaving Red Bull.

Autosport and Motorsport.com reported that Christian Horner was at Silverstone during the 2026 British Grand Prix weekend, in what would be his first Formula 1 paddock appearance since leaving Red Bull last July. Autosport said he was set to attend, while Motorsport.com reported that he had returned to the paddock.

Autosport also reported that the visit coincided with the launch of Horner’s first book, described as a memoir. Motorsport.com said his appearance came amid speculation about a future move involving Alpine or Chinese car maker BYD, but no such role has been confirmed.

According to Autosport, last year’s British Grand Prix was Horner’s final race in charge of Red Bull. Red Bull entered Formula 1 in 2005 and has won 130 Grands Prix and six constructors’ titles.