Christian Horner is exploring options to return to the Formula 1 paddock after his exit from Red Bull, possibly by setting up his own team.
Horner has held preliminary talks about establishing a 12th team on the grid, which would be a significant development in the sport.
F1 has not had 12 teams since the 2012 season, when Caterham, Marussia, and HRT were part of the paddock.
The grid will expand to 11 teams in 2026 with the arrival of Cadillac, but it remains uncertain if there will be a place for Horner's potential team.
Horner was removed from his roles as Red Bull's F1 CEO and team principal in July and finalized his departure in September.
He recently approached Haas about a possible role, but the team will no longer meet with him.
Christian Horner is looking for a way back into the Formula 1 paddock after finalising his exit from Red Bull.
Author's summary: Christian Horner explores F1 return options.