MotoGP fans are completely against Christian Horner’s involvement in the sport after he is said to have been shortlisted for the position of chief executive.
The former Red Bull F1 team principal is looking for his next business venture after leaving the team in 2025. Recently, Horner Spanish Grand Prix In Jerez and before the event, Marc Marquez and Ducati visited him in the garage.
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Of course, this led to speculation that the 52-year-old would somehow want to join the sport. Many F1 figures are investing or looking to invest in MotoGP teams, with Guenther Steiner taking over Tech3 last year.
It was rumored Horner may be eyeing the role of Carmelo Izpeleta. As CEO of Dorna, now MotoGP SEG. Now it is called like this Horner is on the short list He disappointed many fans to become the CEO of the sport.
MotoGP fans don’t want Christian Horner in the sport.
Bernie Ecclestone recommends MotoGP to Horner. After leaving Red Bull and his visit to Jerez, he has fueled speculation that he may be looking for a way in. Reddit They point out that he doesn’t know the sport and they better have someone with experience.
One user said: “I haven’t watched MotoGP in 20 years when interviewed by Jack Appleyard. I’d prefer someone with real passion and a smart business mind to lead the series.”
Another agreed: “He doesn’t know enough about MotoGP to qualify for the role. We don’t want MotoGP to be a washed-up F1 retirement home.”
“I really hope the teams are against this,” said one fan, while another expressed frustration at new owners Liberty Media: “Liberty Media is trashing MotoGP if this happens.”
“I’d rather have someone who loves and understands MotoGP from a multi-faceted perspective,” said another user.
“No way. Let’s have people who know and care about running a MotoGP team, not someone trying to stay relevant,” added another.
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MotoGP fans have voted ‘no’ to Christian Horner joining the sport
Recently, MotoGP News asked fans on TalkingPoints if they would like to see Horner in MotoGP in some capacity.
Currently, the results paint a mixed picture, with the majority of users voting ‘No’. One fan commented: “Never mind… stay away, welcome to MotoGP.
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Another concurred with the sentiment shared on Reddit, in that they strongly prefer someone with MotoGP experience.
They said, “I’d prefer another w/MotoGP tech experience and deep pockets.” Horner’s inability to join the sport remains to be seen at this point, but it’s clear that any move won’t be popular.
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