Laurent Mekies has signed a five-year contract extension to continue as Red Bull team principal and chief executive until 2031. He joined the team from sister outfit Racing Bulls in July 2025, after Christian Horner was sacked following 20 years in charge.
The renewal comes after Red Bull claimed their first two wins of the season, both courtesy of Max Verstappen, over the past fortnight in Malaysia and Singapore. The team sits fourth in the Constructors' Championship and has closed to within seven points of third-placed McLaren in what is shaping up to be a very competitive end to their first year as an engine manufacturer.
Verstappen extended his Red Bull contract to 2030 in August, while Isack Hadjar was also handed a renewal into 2027 after impressing in his first season at Milton Keynes. In a joint statement, Red Bull shareholders Chalerm Yoovidhya and Mark Mateschitz said Mekies had played a crucial role in guiding the team through an important period of transition while maintaining the competitive spirit and Red Bull principles.
Mekies, who has also previously worked at Ferrari and the FIA, said he was incredibly proud to continue the journey with Oracle Red Bull Racing. He added that with the teams of Pierre Wache and Ben Hodgkinson playing a central role in shaping the future, the team has a strong platform for the years ahead and that this is only the beginning.
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