Formula One heads into the Abu Dhabi GP for the last race of the 2021 season, with both titles up for grabs. The organizers have changed the track to improve the racing. Interestingly, the changes made were previously suggested by former F1 driver and pundit Karun Chandhok. Now people have taken to social media to accuse Chandhok of influencing the track’s changes in Mercedes [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/mercedes]‘s favor. It all began when Red Bull [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/red-bull/] team principal Christian Horner cheekily mentioned that the new changes took out all of Mercedes’ weaknesses. WATCH STORY: Shortest F1 Drivers Ever Featuring Yuki Tsunoda & Lando Norris [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/f1-news-shortest-f1-drivers-ever-feat-yuki-tsunoda-lando-norris/] FORMER F1 DRIVER CHANDHOK GIVES HIS CLARIFICATION ON ABU DHABI GP CHANGES As reported by Express. co. uk [https://www.express.co.uk/sport/f1-autosport/1534237/Christian-Horner-aims-cheeky-dig-Abu-Dhabi-circuit-changes-Mercedes-claim], Horner had cheekily blamed Karun Chandhok for the new track layout. But he mentioned the track has characteristics that might favor both teams. “Apparently, you’ve taken out every corner Mercedes didn’t like! Sector two might be a Mercedes sector, sector three a Red Bull, and Sector one maybe neutral,” said Horner [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/christian-horner/] to Karun jokingly. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-12-10T133719Z_121512563_UP1EHCA11U41U_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-ABUDHABI.jpg]Formula One F1 – Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – December 10, 2021, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen during practice REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed Taking a cue from Christian, some conspiracy theorists suggested that Chandhok had previously driven cars for Mercedes and had influenced the changes to suit the German team. Chandhok fittingly shut down the conspiracy theorist by aptly mentioning, “Of all the conspiracy theories, this is my favorite. I was also a Red Bull junior and test driver. And once had lunch at Mclaren. Plus driven lots of Williams cars. Oh, and I had an Alfa rental car once too. And drove an Aston yesterday around the track,” said the pundit. It is highly unlikely that Chandhok would have influenced the Yas Marina Circuit organizers to make the changes. The changes have been long overdue as the circuit produces less than entertaining races year after year. It is also coincidental that the changes made favor Mercedes. The organizers would have no idea about the strengths of the Mercedes in the 2021 season. So let us wait and see if the changes really do favor the German team or not. Who are you backing in the Verstappen-Hamilton showdown? READ MORE: Is the Yas Marina F1 track a Street Circuit? [https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-is-the-yas-marina-f1-track-a-street-circuit/] 

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023 - Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Circuits</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix took over the Brazilian GP?s spot on the Formula 1 calendar since its introduction. Following a provision calendar announcement in 2008, F1 drivers and teams got ready for their inaugural trip to the Yas Marina Circuit in 2009. Since then?except in 2011, 2012, and 2013?The Abu Dhabi GP has been the last race of the season. Yas Marina is, in every aspect, a modern-day track. Although it does nothing to rival the excitement of racing in Interlagos, it?s played a pretty good host to a few championship showdowns.</span>

[caption id="attachment_1338470" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1338470 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-11-20T131442Z_241423399_UP1EIBK10SG73_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-ABUDHABI.jpg" alt="F1" width="1920" height="1194" /> Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - November 20, 2022 General view at the start of the race REUTERS/Aleksandra Szmigiel[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">The inaugural race in 2009 became the first day-night race on the calendar. The following year saw the first champion-deciding race on the new circuit. Going into the race, Ferrari?s Fernando Alonso was in the championship lead, followed by Red Bull?s Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel. McLaren?s Lewis Hamilton was also in contention, but his chances seemed less likely. Vettel got pole position for the race and converted it into a race win. With Alonso managing only a P6, the German became the youngest championship winner.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The next title-deciding fight happened in 2016 between the Mercedes duo of Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg. As race day approached, Rosberg had a 12-point lead over Hamilton in the championship. Rosberg only needed a podium finish to win the championship, and that?s exactly what he did, despite some sly tactics employed by Hamilton. The Brit was in the lead with Rosberg in second, knowing fully well that if this continued, he?d lose the title. Hamilton started aching the field up, hoping the other drivers would catch Rosberg and challenge him for P2. That didn?t happen because Rosberg?s compatriot Vettel held his ground and brought the car home in P3.?</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">That became only the second season in Hamilton?s career where his teammate outperformed him. While Rosberg retired from F1 after the race, Hamilton kept his quest for title glory going. And it?s still on. Since then, the three-time champion has become a seven-time champion. Had it not been for things that happened in the most recent title showdown Abu Dhabi has seen, he could?ve been an eight-time champion.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The 2021 Abu Dhabi GP was a culmination of a season-long, explosive battle between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. They entered the race equal on points. With around 10 laps to go, it seemed like Hamilton would clinch his eighth title. But a late Safety Car and a questionable procedure followed during the SC period gave Verstappen the chance to steal the title from the Brit. Verstappen didn?t need a second invitation and clinched his maiden championship.?</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Scheduled from 24th to 26th November, the Abu Dhabi GP is Round 23 on the calendar. Red Bull and Max Verstappen have already sealed the Constructors? and Drivers? Championship this season, but there may still be a lot to play for. The battles for P2 in both championships could be decided at Yas Marina, and so could the fight for P4 in the team standings.</span>

[caption id="attachment_1338463" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1338463 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-11-20T143710Z_888989617_UP1EIBK14LWEC_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-ABUDHABI.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1174" /> Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - November 20, 2022 Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates after winning the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix REUTERS/Leonhard Foeger[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">Last time out, Max Verstappen set the fastest lap in qualifying with a 1:23.824. He converted his pole to a win?a record 15th victory of the year, one he could break this season. Since 2015, the driver who qualified on pole has won the race. Considering the limited number of overtaking opportunities, qualifying is crucial in Abu Dhabi.?</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Apart from the F1 action, F1?s weekend at Yas Marina is set to be a party. Popstar Ava Max is set to light up the stage on Thursday, followed by Grammy-winning Dutch DJ and producer Ti?sto the same night. To cap off the weekend and the 2023 F1 season, legendary rock band Foo Fighters will turn Yas Marina into party central!</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Most Winners</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Since the first Abu Dhabi GP in 2009, it has made its way into the calendar every year. The organizers have also signed a contract with F1 to host the season-ending race until at least 2030. In the 14 editions of the race, there have only been six winners, the most successful of whom is Lewis Hamilton, with 5 victories. During his time at Red Bull, Sebastian Vettel won three of the five races at Yas Marina. Max Verstappen seems to be continuing Vettel?s Red Bull legacy, winning every edition since 2020.?</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Apart from these three repeat winners, Kimi Raikkonen (2012), Nico Rosberg (2015), and Valtteri Bottas (2017) have crossed the line in P1 in Abu Dhabi.</span>
<table>
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<tr>
<td><b>Wins</b></td>
<td><b>Driver?</b></td>
<td><b>Nationality</b></td>
<td><b>Year(s)</b></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">5</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Lewis Hamilton</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Great Britain</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">2011, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2019</span></td>
</tr>
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<td rowspan="2"><span style="font-weight: 400">3</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Sebastian Vettel</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Germany</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">2009, 2010, 2013</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Max Verstappen</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">The Netherlands</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">2020, 2021, 2022</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Past Constructors Winners</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Lewis Hamilton is, without a doubt, the most successful driver in Abu Dhabi. With five pole positions and five wins, his stats at the circuit are better than anyone else. Rosberg and Bottas? wins, in addition to Hamilton?s four for Mercedes, make the Brackley outfit the most successful constructor as well. But it shares that feat with Red Bull.?</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">During the turbo-hybrid era, Yas Marina was a Mercedes track. But before and after that period, Red Bull has predominantly done the dominating. With Vettel and Verstappen?s wins, Red Bull is the only other team to have won the Abu Dhabi GP more than once.?</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Hamilton won it in 2011 with McLaren, and Raikkonen in 2012 with Lotus.</span>
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<tr>
<td><b>Wins</b></td>
<td><b>Constructor</b></td>
<td><b>Years</b></td>
</tr>
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<td rowspan="2"><span style="font-weight: 400">3</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Mercedes</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Red Bull</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">2009, 2010, 2013, 2020, 2021, 2022</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Circuit Details?</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">The Yas Marina Circuit. It got half its name from the island it?s situated on?Yas Island. Cut by the mainland by a canal, there?s a marina right alongside the circuit. That?s where the second half of the name comes from. The circuit is one of the many designed by F1 commissioned designer Herman Tilke. Since the circuit was introduced in 2009, it has received mixed reviews. Some drivers like Nico Rosberg and Fernando Alonso found every corner unique, while drivers like Kimi Raikkonen didn?t hold back while saying how boring the track was?albeit in much harsher words.?</span>

[caption id="attachment_854113" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-854113 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-12-11T130843Z_1564164271_UP1EHCB10IH6N_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-ABUDHABI.jpg" alt="F1 qualifying at Abu Dhabi GP" width="1920" height="1150" /> Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - December 11, 2021 Ferrari's Carlos Sainz Jr. in action during qualifying REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed[/caption]

<span style="font-weight: 400">In 2017, Tilke suggested that they would change the track to increase the number of overtaking opportunities. Until then, the only place it was possible to complete an overtake was the 1.2km straight. Before the controversial 2021 title showdown happened, the changes were in place. As opposed to the 5.5km, 21-corner circuit it used to be, it?s now a 5.2km, 16-corner layout.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Turns 5 and 6 were a left-right chicane leading into Turn 7, a narrow hairpin. Now, Turn 4 to the hairpin?which is much wider?is a straight that leads into the 1.2km straight. Turns 11 to 14 had a similar layout pre-2021. 11 and 12 were a left-right chicane leading into two successive slow-speed lefts. That?s now been made into a sweeping, banked curve. In the final sector, Turns 18, 19, and 20 were made less tight to allow drivers to carry more speed through the previously slow corners.?</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">A striking difference between Yas Marina and other tracks is its pit exit. Unlike other tracks with open exits, the one in Yas Marina dips under the circuit through a tunnel. It?s stayed the same over the years despite drivers calling it dangerous. The other changes to the track have worked to some extent, though. The last two editions of the race have seen more overtakes on average than the first 12.?</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Where to watch the 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">In the US, all F1 races this season will be broadcast live on TV by ESPNews, ESPN2, ESPN+, or ABC.?</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">If you?re tuning in from The Netherlands, hoping for a repeat of 2019 for Max Verstappen, Viaplay and Viaplay Xtra will stream all the live action. If you?re tuning in from Brazil, Bandeirantes and Bandsports will keep you company. Sky Sports and Channel 4 will keep you updated in the United Kingdom. Sky Sports? Italian and German divisions, Sky Italia and Sky Deutschland, are in charge in Italy and Germany. France can catch all the action on Canal+, Austria on Servus TV, Africa on SuperSport, and Canada on RDS.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">In India (and everywhere else), F1TV will provide all the live-action, analysis, and Tech Talks.?</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Tickets</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Tickets for the Abu Dhabi GP are available on <a href="https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-3312-abu-dhabi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the Official Formula 1 website</a>, on <a href="https://www.yasmarinacircuit.com/en/formula1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Yas Marina Circuit?s website</a>, as well as on the <a href="https://f1experiences.com/2023-abu-dhabi-grand-prix" target="_blank" rel="noopener">F1 Experiences website</a>. You can choose from a range of tickets, varying from Grounds Passes and Reserved Seats to Premium Hospitality. </span>

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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023 &#8211; Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Circuits The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix took over the Brazilian GP?s spot on the Formula 1 calendar since its introduction. Following a provision calendar announcement in 2008, F1 drivers and teams got ready for their inaugural trip to the Yas Marina Circuit in 2009. Since then?except in 2011, 2012, and 2013?The Abu Dhabi GP has been the last race of the season. Yas Marina is, in every aspect, a modern-day track. Although it does nothing to rival the excitement of racing in Interlagos, it?s played a pretty good host to a few championship showdowns. Formula One F1 &#8211; Abu Dhabi Grand Prix &#8211; Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates &#8211; November 20, 2022 General view at the start of the race REUTERS/Aleksandra Szmigiel The inaugural race in 2009 became the first day-night race on the calendar. The following year saw the first champion-deciding race on the new circuit. Going into the race, Ferrari?s Fernando Alonso was in the championship lead, followed by Red Bull?s Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel. McLaren?s Lewis Hamilton was also in contention, but his chances seemed less likely. Vettel got pole position for the race and converted it into a race win. With Alonso managing only a P6, the German became the youngest championship winner. The next title-deciding fight happened in 2016 between the Mercedes duo of Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg. As race day approached, Rosberg had a 12-point lead over Hamilton in the championship. Rosberg only needed a podium finish to win the championship, and that?s exactly what he did, despite some sly tactics employed by Hamilton. The Brit was in the lead with Rosberg in second, knowing fully well that if this continued, he?d lose the title. Hamilton started aching the field up, hoping the other drivers would catch Rosberg and challenge him for P2. That didn?t happen because Rosberg?s compatriot Vettel held his ground and brought the car home in P3.? That became only the second season in Hamilton?s career where his teammate outperformed him. While Rosberg retired from F1 after the race, Hamilton kept his quest for title glory going. And it?s still on. Since then, the three-time champion has become a seven-time champion. Had it not been for things that happened in the most recent title showdown Abu Dhabi has seen, he could?ve been an eight-time champion. The 2021 Abu Dhabi GP was a culmination of a season-long, explosive battle between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. They entered the race equal on points. With around 10 laps to go, it seemed like Hamilton would clinch his eighth title. But a late Safety Car and a questionable procedure followed during the SC period gave Verstappen the chance to steal the title from the Brit. Verstappen didn?t need a second invitation and clinched his maiden championship.? Scheduled from 24th to 26th November, the Abu Dhabi GP is Round 23 on the calendar. Red Bull and Max Verstappen have already sealed the Constructors? and Drivers? Championship this season, but there may still be a lot to play for. The battles for P2 in both championships could be decided at Yas Marina, and so could the fight for P4 in the team standings. Formula One F1 &#8211; Abu Dhabi Grand Prix &#8211; Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates &#8211; November 20, 2022 Red Bull&#8217;s Max Verstappen celebrates after winning the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix REUTERS/Leonhard Foeger Last time out, Max Verstappen set the fastest lap in qualifying with a 1:23.824. He converted his pole to a win?a record 15th victory of the year, one he could break this season. Since 2015, the driver who qualified on pole has won the race. Considering the limited number of overtaking opportunities, qualifying is crucial in Abu Dhabi.? Apart from the F1 action, F1?s weekend at Yas Marina is set to be a party. Popstar Ava Max is set to light up the stage on Thursday, followed by Grammy-winning Dutch DJ and producer Ti?sto the same night. To cap off the weekend and the 2023 F1 season, legendary rock band Foo Fighters will turn Yas Marina into party central! Most Winners Since the first Abu Dhabi GP in 2009, it has made its way into the calendar every year. The organizers have also signed a contract with F1 to host the season-ending race until at least 2030. In the 14 editions of the race, there have only been six winners, the most successful of whom is Lewis Hamilton, with 5 victories. During his time at Red Bull, Sebastian Vettel won three of the five races at Yas Marina. Max Verstappen seems to be continuing Vettel?s Red Bull legacy, winning every edition since 2020.? Apart from these three repeat winners, Kimi Raikkonen (2012), Nico Rosberg (2015), and Valtteri Bottas (2017) have crossed the line in P1 in Abu Dhabi.  Wins Driver? Nationality Year(s)  5 Lewis Hamilton Great Britain 2011, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2019  3 Sebastian Vettel Germany 2009, 2010, 2013  Max Verstappen The Netherlands 2020, 2021, 2022  Past Constructors Winners Lewis Hamilton is, without a doubt, the most successful driver in Abu Dhabi. With five pole positions and five wins, his stats at the circuit are better than anyone else. Rosberg and Bottas? wins, in addition to Hamilton?s four for Mercedes, make the Brackley outfit the most successful constructor as well. But it shares that feat with Red Bull.? During the turbo-hybrid era, Yas Marina was a Mercedes track. But before and after that period, Red Bull has predominantly done the dominating. With Vettel and Verstappen?s wins, Red Bull is the only other team to have won the Abu Dhabi GP more than once.? Hamilton won it in 2011 with McLaren, and Raikkonen in 2012 with Lotus.  Wins Constructor Years  3 Mercedes 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019  Red Bull 2009, 2010, 2013, 2020, 2021, 2022  Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Circuit Details? The Yas Marina Circuit. It got half its name from the island it?s situated on?Yas Island. Cut by the mainland by a canal, there?s a marina right alongside the circuit. That?s where the second half of the name comes from. The circuit is one of the many designed by F1 commissioned designer Herman Tilke. Since the circuit was introduced in 2009, it has received mixed reviews. Some drivers like Nico Rosberg and Fernando Alonso found every corner unique, while drivers like Kimi Raikkonen didn?t hold back while saying how boring the track was?albeit in much harsher words.? Formula One F1 &#8211; Abu Dhabi Grand Prix &#8211; Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates &#8211; December 11, 2021 Ferrari&#8217;s Carlos Sainz Jr. in action during qualifying REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed In 2017, Tilke suggested that they would change the track to increase the number of overtaking opportunities. Until then, the only place it was possible to complete an overtake was the 1.2km straight. Before the controversial 2021 title showdown happened, the changes were in place. As opposed to the 5.5km, 21-corner circuit it used to be, it?s now a 5.2km, 16-corner layout. Turns 5 and 6 were a left-right chicane leading into Turn 7, a narrow hairpin. Now, Turn 4 to the hairpin?which is much wider?is a straight that leads into the 1.2km straight. Turns 11 to 14 had a similar layout pre-2021. 11 and 12 were a left-right chicane leading into two successive slow-speed lefts. That?s now been made into a sweeping, banked curve. In the final sector, Turns 18, 19, and 20 were made less tight to allow drivers to carry more speed through the previously slow corners.? A striking difference between Yas Marina and other tracks is its pit exit. Unlike other tracks with open exits, the one in Yas Marina dips under the circuit through a tunnel. It?s stayed the same over the years despite drivers calling it dangerous. The other changes to the track have worked to some extent, though. The last two editions of the race have seen more overtakes on average than the first 12.? Where to watch the 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix? In the US, all F1 races this season will be broadcast live on TV by ESPNews, ESPN2, ESPN+, or ABC.? If you?re tuning in from The Netherlands, hoping for a repeat of 2019 for Max Verstappen, Viaplay and Viaplay Xtra will stream all the live action. If you?re tuning in from Brazil, Bandeirantes and Bandsports will keep you company. Sky Sports and Channel 4 will keep you updated in the United Kingdom. Sky Sports? Italian and German divisions, Sky Italia and Sky Deutschland, are in charge in Italy and Germany. France can catch all the action on Canal+, Austria on Servus TV, Africa on SuperSport, and Canada on RDS. In India (and everywhere else), F1TV will provide all the live-action, analysis, and Tech Talks.? 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Tickets Tickets for the Abu Dhabi GP are available on the Official Formula 1 website, on Yas Marina Circuit?s website, as well as on the F1 Experiences website. You can choose from a range of tickets, varying from Grounds Passes and Reserved Seats to Premium Hospitality.

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<h2><strong>Christian Horner: 2021 Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements</strong></h2>
Christian Horner is the present team boss of the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/red-bull/">Aston Martin Red Bull team</a>. The Briton has been with the team since their debut in 2005.

Ahead of his career with the Milton-Keynes based outfit, Horner functioned in the world of Formula 3000. He retired from racing at 25, under his own discretion, considering his speed. Horner let himself focus on developing the Arden team, for whom he had prior raced.
<h2><strong>On-track?</strong><b>Achievements</b></h2>
Admittedly, Horner was unsuccessful in the racing scene. He recorded the highest position of 6th in 1997 with the Arden team.

After retiring from racing, Horner signed Viktor Maslov and Marc Goossens in the 1999 FIA F3000 season. Arden also competed in Italian F3000 in the year 2000, winning 3 races and finishing second in the Championship.

After parting company with Lukoil, a new driver line-up was named for 2002. Tom? Enge and Bj?rn Wirdheim took 5 victories and a title for Enge. Arden also won the Team Championship that year, followed by many more.
<h2>Christian Horner in Red Bull</h2>
It wasn't long before Horner knocked on the doors of Formula One. He entered discussions with Eddie Jordan regarding buying the Jordan Grand Prix; however, those talks fell flat. In 2004, Red Bull purchased the Jaguar F1 Team to become Red Bull Racing.

In January 2005, Horner was appointed to lead the team, effectively recording his name in the history books as the youngest Team Principal. Under him, drivers David Coulthard and Christian Klien finished 4th and 7tj in Australia, scoring 34 points in the season.

He also played a key role in recruiting McLaren technical guru, Adrian Newey. Newey was later announced as the team's Chief Technical Officer in November 2005.

2006 was a transitional year, and though the car was unreliable, it grabbed a?maiden podium finish at the?<a title="Monaco Grand Prix" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monaco_Grand_Prix">Monaco Grand Prix</a>. In utmost happiness, Christian Horner jumped into a swimming pool, one of his most iconic moments to date.

The team ranked 2nd in the 2009 Constructors' Championship with Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber. The racers achieved 2nd and 4th position, respectively, in the Drivers' Championship title race. In addition, they bagged 6 titles altogether.

In 2010, the team won their first Constructors' Championship with one race to spare. Sebastian Vettel won the Drivers' Championship title at the last race of the season, becoming the youngest World Champion.

At 36, Horner was the youngest Team Principal to have won a Formula 1 Constructors' Championship, forging his name in the record books yet again.

In 2011, the team won their second Constructors' Championship with three races to spare.

Sebastian Vettel became the world's youngest champion twice. Soon, Vettel grabbed 2 more titles for the Austrian outfit.
<h2>Christain Horner: 2021 Net Worth</h2>
Horner holds an honorary rank of an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). He received the award in 2013.

The Red Bull Team Principal reportedly holds a <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/christian-horner-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">net worth</a> of $50 million and brings home a salary of $10 million annually.
<h2>Best Moments of Christian Horner</h2>

<h2><strong>Foundations and Charity Work</strong></h2>
On the account of philanthropy, Christian Horner presently holds the rank of Ambassador in the Wings For Life Foundation.

The primary aim of the foundation is to raise awareness regarding spinal cord injury. In addition, funding the foundation?s crucial research into finding a cure is the other motto.
<h2>How to contact Christian Horner</h2>
The current team boss of Red Bull is clearly active on various social media platforms.

He keeps his followers updated on regular intervals with his personal opinions and musings through his profile on <a href="https://instagram.com/christianhornerofficial?igshid=16ypqpxqhv80r">Instagram.</a>
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<td width="170">AGE</td>
<td width="170">47</td>
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<td width="170">MARITAL STATUS</td>
<td width="170">Married</td>
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<td width="170">SPOUSE</td>
<td width="170">Beverley Allen (2000- 2014)

<a href="https://instagram.com/therealgerihalliwell?igshid=mxzlv7amorke">Geri Halliwell</a> (M-2015)</td>
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<td width="170">KIDS</td>
<td width="170">2- Montague George Hector Horner (son), Olivia Horner (daughter)

Stepfather to Bluebell Madonna</td>
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<td width="170">RESIDENCE</td>
<td width="170">Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, England</td>
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<td width="170">NATIONALITY</td>
<td width="170">British</td>
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<td width="170">ENDORSEMENTS</td>
<td width="170">None</td>
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<td width="170">HEIGHT</td>
<td width="170">5ft 8inch</td>
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<td width="170">ETHNICITY</td>
<td width="170">White</td>
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<td width="170">CHAMPIONSHIPS</td>
<td width="170">0</td>
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Christian Horner

SOCHI, RUSSIA &#8211; SEPTEMBER 25: Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner talks in a press conference during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Russia at Sochi Autodrom in Sochi, Russia. (Photo by Laurent Charniaux &#8211; Pool/Getty Images) Christian Horner: 2021 Net worth, Salary, and Endorsements Christian Horner is the present team boss of the Aston Martin Red Bull team. The Briton has been with the team since their debut in 2005. Ahead of his career with the Milton-Keynes based outfit, Horner functioned in the world of Formula 3000. He retired from racing at 25, under his own discretion, considering his speed. Horner let himself focus on developing the Arden team, for whom he had prior raced. On-track?Achievements Admittedly, Horner was unsuccessful in the racing scene. He recorded the highest position of 6th in 1997 with the Arden team. After retiring from racing, Horner signed Viktor Maslov and Marc Goossens in the 1999 FIA F3000 season. Arden also competed in Italian F3000 in the year 2000, winning 3 races and finishing second in the Championship. After parting company with Lukoil, a new driver line-up was named for 2002. Tom? Enge and Bj?rn Wirdheim took 5 victories and a title for Enge. Arden also won the Team Championship that year, followed by many more. Christian Horner in Red Bull It wasn&#8217;t long before Horner knocked on the doors of Formula One. He entered discussions with Eddie Jordan regarding buying the Jordan Grand Prix; however, those talks fell flat. In 2004, Red Bull purchased the Jaguar F1 Team to become Red Bull Racing. In January 2005, Horner was appointed to lead the team, effectively recording his name in the history books as the youngest Team Principal. Under him, drivers David Coulthard and Christian Klien finished 4th and 7tj in Australia, scoring 34 points in the season. He also played a key role in recruiting McLaren technical guru, Adrian Newey. Newey was later announced as the team&#8217;s Chief Technical Officer in November 2005. 2006 was a transitional year, and though the car was unreliable, it grabbed a?maiden podium finish at the?Monaco Grand Prix. In utmost happiness, Christian Horner jumped into a swimming pool, one of his most iconic moments to date. The team ranked 2nd in the 2009 Constructors&#8217; Championship with Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber. The racers achieved 2nd and 4th position, respectively, in the Drivers&#8217; Championship title race. In addition, they bagged 6 titles altogether. In 2010, the team won their first Constructors&#8217; Championship with one race to spare. Sebastian Vettel won the Drivers&#8217; Championship title at the last race of the season, becoming the youngest World Champion. At 36, Horner was the youngest Team Principal to have won a Formula 1 Constructors&#8217; Championship, forging his name in the record books yet again. In 2011, the team won their second Constructors&#8217; Championship with three races to spare. Sebastian Vettel became the world&#8217;s youngest champion twice. Soon, Vettel grabbed 2 more titles for the Austrian outfit. Christain Horner: 2021 Net Worth Horner holds an honorary rank of an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). He received the award in 2013. The Red Bull Team Principal reportedly holds a net worth of $50 million and brings home a salary of $10 million annually. Best Moments of Christian Horner Foundations and Charity Work On the account of philanthropy, Christian Horner presently holds the rank of Ambassador in the Wings For Life Foundation. The primary aim of the foundation is to raise awareness regarding spinal cord injury. In addition, funding the foundation?s crucial research into finding a cure is the other motto. How to contact Christian Horner The current team boss of Red Bull is clearly active on various social media platforms. He keeps his followers updated on regular intervals with his personal opinions and musings through his profile on Instagram.  AGE 47  MARITAL STATUS Married  SPOUSE Beverley Allen (2000- 2014) Geri Halliwell (M-2015)  KIDS 2- Montague George Hector Horner (son), Olivia Horner (daughter) Stepfather to Bluebell Madonna  RESIDENCE Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, England  NATIONALITY British  ENDORSEMENTS None  HEIGHT 5ft 8inch  ETHNICITY White  CHAMPIONSHIPS 0

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