Ferrari told Christian Horner is just desperate for ‘any job’ after a year out of Formula 1

Former IndyCar driver James Hinchcliffe suggested on the F1 Nation podcast that Christian Horner is looking for any opportunity to return to Formula 1. After Horner described a move to Ferrari as a "dream" career step amid pressure on current team principal Fred Vasseur, Hinchcliffe argued that the former Red Bull boss would not be selective about which team principal role he accepts following a year away from the grid.

Ferrari has publicly backed Vasseur, with Hinchcliffe praising him for shielding the team from external noise during the 2026 season. Despite Horner's public comments, alternative reports suggest his links to Ferrari could be misdirection, noting potential landing spots such as Williams, Alpine, Audi, or Cadillac as Horner explores his options across the paddock.