Christian Horner Departs Red Bull Racing

Christian Horner, long time Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing has been fired.

I’m aware that this is old news by the time this goes to print, but it remains that no one was expecting this news on a random Wednesday night. There are still so many questions surrounding this decision. Though no explicit reason has been given for his dismissal, fan theories range from Red Bull’s declining performance to Max Verstappen’s rumored departure from the team. Though nothing has been confirmed as of writing this, lets indulge in a bit of speculation.

There’s no denying that Red Bull’s performance in 2025 has fallen off the proverbial cliff in comparison to their record-breaking dominance in 2023 and even their drivers’ championship wins in 2024. But isn’t it well established that Horner can lead this team to victory? From the team’s inception as the underdog energy drink team in 2005, Horner has led them to 6 Constructors Championships and 8 Drivers Championships. Yes, they’ve not been the strongest as of late, but every team has its ups and downs. With the way I’m writing, you’d really think I was a Red Bull fan, but as much as I’m not sad to see Horner go, I do find this choice bizarre.

I’m left to personally believe there were some F1 politics going on behind the scenes. The bargaining power of Max Verstappen cannot be overstated, and I would hazard a guess that if Verstappen said he’d only stay at Red Bull if Horner was sacked, they’d probably make it happen. Who knows, maybe in a few days we’ll see Max and Toto popping champagne and warming their hands on the blazing dumpster fire that is Red Bull in 2025. Maybe they’re driving the F1 W17 off into the sunset as we speak. I just hope they don’t run over poor Isack Hadjar in the process.

"Nothing, just an inchident… On da race."(IYKYK)

Sports Quote of the Week

IS THIS A SPORT?

Is Newsboy-ing a Sport?

The OG career of choice for young boys, pre-TikTok influencing and supplement sponsorships, used to be becoming a newsboy. Indeed, in 1883, the job was introduced as a cheap and efficient way to distribute news to an area’s population twice daily. But don’t be fooled, this isn’t just a stroll down the street, tossing papers onto perfectly manicured lawns. It’s impossibly early starts, endless walking, running, and cycling, and the constant threat of unruly dogs. 

Verdict: So, are newsboys just minimum wage workers or athletes? The early mornings should tell you enough… These guys are athletes. 

SPORTS CRUSH OF THE WEEK

Ruben Love

Considering the recent test series against France, it’s only fitting that I pick this week’s crush from New Zealand’s finest: the All Blacks. Hence, Ruben Love is an outside back who made his international rugby debut in 2024. Plucked from the Hurricanes and promoted to the big boys in quick succession, Love is known for his versatility and agility on the field. And why do we love Ruben Love? Because I scrolled the All Blacks website and picked the hottest player. Duh.