# Mekies extends Red Bull F1 contract to 2031

> Laurent Mekies stays with Red Bull Racing until 2031 after Christian Horner's exit.
- Title: Mekies extends Red Bull F1 contract to 2031 · Autosport
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/f1/news/laurent-mekies-extends-contract-as-red-bulls-f1-team-boss/10865235
- Author: Ed Hardy
- Published: 2026-10-14T16:36:46+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: laurent mekies, red bull racing, formula 1, christian horner, max verstappen, 2026 regulation change, seahawks, sports, cars
## 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
## Key takeaway

Laurent Mekies extended his contract as Red Bull Racing team principal until the end of 2031, following Christian Horner's departure.