VERSTAPPEN SAYS F1 LESS STRESSFUL SINCE HORNER'S EXIT

Max Verstappen has said the Formula One paddock feels less stressful following Christian Horner's departure from Red Bull, according to comments reported by Sky Sports. The reigning driver said tension between people within the sport was not pleasant, and that its absence has eased the atmosphere in the paddock. Verstappen made the remarks in the context of Horner's exit from his position at Red Bull. The comments come as Horner has been linked with a return to the sport.

Horner served as Red Bull's team principal for an extended period before his departure, during which Verstappen won multiple world championships with the team. His exit marked a significant change in the team's leadership structure. Verstappen has continued competing in Formula One since the departure, and his comments reflect his own account of how the working environment within the paddock has changed. No official explanation for the change in atmosphere has been provided beyond Verstappen's own remarks.

Reports have also suggested Horner is targeting a comeback to Formula One, though further details of any such move have not been confirmed. Verstappen's comments have not been accompanied by any statement from Red Bull or from Horner himself on the matter. No further details on the nature of the tension previously described by Verstappen have been disclosed. The current state of any comeback plans involving Horner remains unconfirmed by the parties involved.