Could this finally be the right moment for Christian Horner’s return to Formula 1? The British manager seems determined to make a comeback, and this time he may have found the perfect opportunity.
Rumors about a possible return of Christian Horner to F1 are nothing new. However, it now appears that the Briton is planning a comeback in grand style — not as a team principal, but as an investor. And Alpine might just be creating the ideal conditions for that move.
Christian Horner is once again making headlines. After his departure from Red Bull, his name has resurfaced in the Formula 1 paddock. While there had been speculation about a sensational move to Maranello, the latest whispers suggest that Alpine could actually be the most intriguing destination for his return to the sport.
The former Red Bull boss has never hidden his desire to take on a new challenge, but this time with a different approach. Rather than returning as an employee, Horner reportedly wants to play a leading role with real decision-making power. At 51 years old, he is said to be looking for a project where he can also hold a stake in the team — and the current situation at the Anglo-French squad could provide him with that chance.
Alpine has been going through a difficult phase for some time. Since the start of the ground-effect era, the team has struggled to regain consistency and competitive form. Following a series of management shake-ups and disappointing results, the team has lacked clear direction. The departure of team principal Oliver Oakes last spring left a leadership void, while the return of Flavio Briatore in an advisory role has once again turned the spotlight on Enstone as the 2026 technical regulation changes approach.
Amid this situation enters Otro Capital — the investment group that in 2023 purchased a 24% stake in the team alongside celebrities such as Ryan Reynolds and Patrick Mahomes. According to Sport Business Journal, the group is now reportedly considering selling its shares. Such a move could open the door to new investors — and possibly to a major figure like Christian Horner.
For now, these are still just rumors, but the scenario is certainly intriguing: a former Red Bull mastermind, a team in need of revival, and a shareholding package ready to change hands. If the speculation becomes reality, Christian Horner’s return could become one of the most surprising and talked-about storylines of the upcoming F1 winter.
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