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Mekies extends Red Bull F1 contract to 2031
Laurent Mekies stays with Red Bull Racing until 2031 after Christian Horner's exit.
In brief
Laurent Mekies stays with Red Bull Racing until 2031 after Christian Horner's exit. Laurent Mekies extended his contract as Red Bull Racing team principal until the end of 2031, following Christian Horner's departure. Originally reported by Autosport.
Mekies extends contract
Laurent Mekies extended his contract as Red Bull Racing team principal until the end of 2031.
Mekies joins Red Bull
Mekies joined Red Bull Racing in July 2025 after Christian Horner's 20-year tenure ended.
Mekies' background
Mekies previously worked at Ferrari for six years before joining Racing Bulls in 2024.
Mekies' quote
Mekies said he is proud to continue with Oracle Red Bull Racing and thanked shareholders and the team.
“I am incredibly proud to continue this journey with Oracle Red Bull Racing”
Mekies' leadership
Mekies emphasized teamwork and strategic thinking for Red Bull's future success.
“Together, with Pierre Wache’s and Ben Hodgkinson’s teams playing a central role in shaping our future”
Red Bull's performance
Red Bull responded to 2026 regulation changes with car upgrades, improving their standings.
“World champion Max Verstappen has won the last two grands prix - Malaysia and Singapore”
In short
Laurent Mekies extended his contract as Red Bull Racing team principal until the end of 2031, following Christian Horner's departure.
