Christian Horner has broken his silence after securing his first new job since his departure from Red Bull last year.
The 52-year-old lives on the Oxfordshire border near Banbury with Spice Girl singer Geri Halliwell, whom he married in 2015.
Mr Horner had been team principal at Red Bull since 2005, overseeing eight drivers’ world championships and six constructors’ titles.
But this all came to an end last year when his team let him go mid-season over performance-related issues with the team.
It was reported earlier this week that Mr Horner has secured his first major role since his departure from Red Bull, according to Business Matters magazine.
The British publication reports that the 52-year-old has now been engaged by Oakley Capital as an advisor on the firm’s investments in premium sports.
London-based private equity firm Oakley Capital, founded by serial entrepreneur Peter Dubens, said Mr Horner will work with its investment team to spot and realise deals in what is now one of the fiercest battlegrounds in Europe’s private markets.
The 52-year-old has now reacted to the appointment, sharing that he is excited about what the role entails.
"Sports businesses are benefiting from growing global audiences and participation rates as more people embrace healthier, active lifestyles," he said.
"I have known and respected Peter and the Oakley team for many years and have always admired their approach to building ambitious, founder-led businesses.
"Oakley Capital has established a strong reputation across the sports and consumer landscape, and I look forward to working together in the future and sharing my experience to help support the next generation of standout sports businesses.”
