Karun Chandhok speculated that Christian Horner could join Alpine as team principal after his Red Bull exit. Horner was relieved of his duties as Red Bull F1 CEO last week in a surprise announcement, after 20 years and 14 world titles with the team.

By sacking Christian Horner, Red Bull has made a big change to try to return to F1 winning ways. But there are other steps it must take, too

With Fred Vasseur facing intense scrutiny over his future as the Ferrari team boss courtesy of the Italian press, Horner had championed the need for “stability” in an organisation, stressing Red Bull enjoyed it and it has led to 14 world championships. Just days later, Red Bull suddenly released Horner with immediate effect, the memo not received.