Could 30 (GMM) Christian Horner has denied stories that he is perhaps contemplating a swap to Ferrari.
Because the Purple Bull boss’s counterpart-in-red Frederic Vasseur finds himself beneath the highlight, Bild newspaper claimed this week that mere “weeks in the past,” Ferrari made a transfer for Horner.
“Rumours are a part of Formulation 1,” Horner instructed the identical German publication in Barcelona.
“However there’s extra discuss exterior the workforce than inside. I constructed the racing workforce from day one. My monitor document speaks for itself.
“I’m totally dedicated to the workforce, the 2000 individuals who work for us, and the shareholders, and I really feel their full help. I don’t see myself anyplace else,” added the 51-year-old, who survived Purple Bull’s management turmoil and a private scandal in 2024.
“I’m trying ahead to the long run with the brand new engines beginning subsequent season,” Horner insisted.
As for the Ferrari rumours particularly, he answered: “Once more – I really feel the belief and don’t wish to work anyplace else.
“The truth that I’m nonetheless right here proves that. Over time, I’ve had a number of inquiries from just about each racing workforce, which is flattering, however Purple Bull is my residence.
“If I needed to, I might stop tomorrow. I’ve received extra races than some other workforce boss,” Horner defined. “I’ve received 14 world championship titles. I don’t must show something to anybody anymore.
“However I don’t wish to stop but. My job is greater than only a job.”
One other hearsay swirling within the Barcelona paddock is that if Verstappen continues to be P3 within the drivers’ standings on the finish of June, the Dutchman won’t be able to set off an exit clause and depart Purple Bull prematurely.
“We’re not anxious within the slightest,” Horner insists.
“Max has made his place very clear internally. He feels comfy with us and enjoys working with the workforce. His mentality aligns with ours – we at all times wish to win.
“I don’t see him anyplace else however Purple Bull within the close to future.”
