While the sudden announcement that Christian Horner had been released by Red Bull shocked many, Johnny Herbert insists it was “not a surprise”. And Herbert believes another Red Bull veteran will be on his way to the exit door, predicting four-time World Champion Max Verstappen will sign with Mercedes.

Christian Horner has been sacked as Red Bull team principal after a difficult 18 months, which has seen Max Verstappen drop in the Drivers' Championship

Missed out on July 10th's Formula 1 news? Catch up on today's top stories from the F1 world! Christian Horner is no longer part of the Red Bull team as the team principal and CEO was sacked on Wednesday.

Martin Brundle has identified one potential deal breaker amid suggestions Christian Horner could join Ferrari.

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