# Christian Horner opens memoir with 2021 Abu Dhabi GP

> Christian Horner picks 2021 Abu Dhabi GP for his memoir's start to highlight the intense Max Verstappen-Lewis Hamilton rivalry.
- Title: Christian Horner opens memoir with 2021 Abu Dhabi GP
- Summary: Christian Horner picks 2021 Abu Dhabi GP for his memoir's start to highlight the intense Max Verstappen-Lewis Hamilton rivalry. Christian Horner chose the…
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- Source: Motorsport — https://motorsport.com/f1/news/christian-horner-reveals-why-he-chose-2021-abu-dhabi-gp-to-open-his-memoir/10865209
- Author: Alex Harrington
- Published: 2026-10-14T15:36:19+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: christian horner, max verstappen, lewis hamilton, red bull racing, formula 1, abu dhabi gp, memoir, sports, cars
## Christian Horner's memoir start
Christian Horner chose the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to open his memoir, skipping childhood stories.

> I just wanted to grab the reader, you know, page one
## 2021 Abu Dhabi GP significance
The race confirmed Max Verstappen's first world title amid intense rivalry with Lewis Hamilton.

> That season was an epic. I mean, the whole book could have just been about 2021.
## Rivalry with Mercedes
Horner highlighted his rivalry with Toto Wolff, Mercedes team principal, as key to the 2021 season.

> Toto's a formidable competitor and Mercedes are a massive team
## 2021 season context
Red Bull finished 28 points behind Mercedes in constructors' standings with Hamilton and Verstappen equal on points.

> There was so much pressure through that year, such an intense rivalry between Lewis and Max
## Abu Dhabi race aftermath
The last-lap finish sparked controversy, leading to race director Michael Masi leaving his post.

> Starting there means Horner owns the most argued-over chapter of his career from the first page
## Horner's book tour
Horner's UK book tour runs from 17 to 26 October with a book included in each ticket.

> His career is a culmination of 124 grand prix victories, 14 world titles, 287 podium finishes
## Key takeaway

Christian Horner chose the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to open his memoir because it featured Max Verstappen's first world title and a contentious rivalry with Lewis Hamilton.