Martin Brundle believes Max Verstappen is likely to stay at Red Bull next season following the news that Christian Horner has been relieved of his duties as the team’s F1 CEO. Horner, 51, has been in charge of Red Bull Racing since its inception in 2005 but will be replaced by former Racing Bulls team principal Laurent Mekies after a shock announcement on Wednesday morning.

Martin Brundle has shared what Christian Horner's initial reaction was after being fired as Red Bull's Formula One team principal on Wednesday, 9 July. The 51-year-old has led the team since its inception in 2005.

Laurent Mekies has been promoted from Racing Bulls to fill the void left by Horner with Alan Permane taking charge of the sister Red Bull team. Reacting to the news of Horner’s sacking, ex- F1 driver and commentator Brundle revealed he had a brief exchange with the 51-year-old Briton.