Horner on Vasseur's appointment: 'Let's see if he's still arguing about the same points'
Horner comments on Vasseur becoming Ferrari's Team Principal, questioning if Vasseur will continue to argue the same points. Horner also shows empathy towards Binotto's departure from Ferrari.
The off-season in Formula 1 has seen a number of changes in the team boss landscape, and Red Bull Racing Team Principal, Christian Horner, has given his take on the matter.
In an interview with Motor Sport Magazine, Horner said, "It has been interesting to watch the movement." Horner, who has been with Red Bull since 2005 and is the longest-serving team boss on the grid, admitted to being curious about the new dynamics that are set to unfold.
One of the most significant changes was the resignation of Mattia Binotto from Ferrari. Horner spoke about Binotto's resignation, saying, "I've sympathy for Mattia, because ultimately he'd done a good job.
Last year, that was a big step forward from where they had been, so that must be tough for him after such long service that he had given to Ferrari."
The void left by Binotto has been filled by Frederic Vasseur, formerly of Alfa Romeo, who will take on the role of Team Principal and General Manager.
Speaking about Vasseur, Horner said, "Fred, it'll be interesting to see if he's still arguing about the same points that he was for Sauber in upcoming meetings! But again, he's a very capable guy."
Another change saw McLaren's Andreas Seidl depart to become CEO at Sauber, with Andrea Stella taking over at McLaren.
Horner is excited to see how the new team bosses will perform, saying, "I'm sure they're all very capable people. So we'll get to see what the dynamics are at the next Formula 1."
With James Vowles moving from Mercedes to Williams, Horner was asked about the potential impact on Mercedes. Horner said, "I don't know James particularly well, but he's obviously a very capable guy."
"Williams will have done their due diligence and research and I think it's great that they're giving him the chance to make that step up. So I think that can only be good news for Williams."
Horner also noted, "And is there anything attached to that? Williams would have obviously done what's right for them and right for their business. Only they will know what has been agreed for that early release to have happened."
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