India, July 10 -- Red Bull shocked the world on Wednesday after sacking team principal Christian Horner. The 51-year-old had spent 20 years in charge of the racing juggernaut. Before being sacked, Horner was given a chance by top management to address his former employees at the team's UK base in Milton Keynes.

According to Sky Sports, Horner broke down in tears while addressing Red Bull employees and received standing ovations. As part of his exit terms, Horner will remain employed by the company until the end of the year. However, he will remain on gardening leave until the end of 2025.

Horner will be replaced by Laurent Mekies. The latter is stepping up from running sister squad Racing Bulls. Under Horner at the helm, Sebastien Vette...