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Christian Horner reopens Toto Wolff feud claiming Mercedes have it ‘quite easy’

Without a proper rivalry in the paddock, Christian Horner believes Toto Wolff is coasting at the top of Formula 1.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 11:50 AM
Christian Horner reopens Toto Wolff feud claiming Mercedes have it ‘quite easy’
Key Things to Know
  • Christian Horner claimed Toto Wolff has it "quite easy" in Formula 1 due to an absence of strong rivalries.
  • Horner stated McLaren CEO Zak Brown is compromised from challenging Wolff because McLaren uses Mercedes customer engines.
  • Horner admitted feeling hurt that he was not present to witness Red Bull Powertrains take its first victory.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner claimed that Mercedes and Toto Wolff currently have things "quite easy" in Formula 1 due to a lack of genuine rivalries. Speaking to the Guardian, Horner argued that McLaren's Zak Brown cannot challenge Wolff because McLaren uses Mercedes engines, leaving the sport without the galvanizing rivalries seen in previous title fights.

Horner also reflected on Red Bull Powertrains achieving its first victory with Max Verstappen at Sepang following his departure from the team. While expressing pride in the achievement, Horner admitted he felt hurt and robbed that he was not there to witness the landmark win in person.

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