Incoming Red Bull F1 team boss Laurent Mekies has paid tribute to the ousted Christian Horner in his first interview in the new role.

Red Bull’s Formula 1 team is changing team directors for the first time since it was founded 20 years ago, after Christian Horner's sacking sent shockwaves through the sport on Wednesday.

Verstappen has a contract with Red Bull until 2028, but he is being courted by Mercedes.