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FERRARI COULD MAKE UNTHINKABLE MOVE, REPLACE VASSEUR WITH HORNER

Ferrari is considering a shock move for former Red Bull boss Christian Horner to replace Fred Vasseur in 2026. Reports suggest they may even establish a UK technical centre to lure the Briton.

Ferrari Could Make Unthinkable Move, Replace Vasseur With Horner
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As the Briton looks to return to the paddock in 2026, Ferrari is considering Christian Horner, the fired Red Bull team principal, as a possible replacement for Fred Vasseur.

Following the completion of his departure from Red Bull in September, Horner is now formally free to begin talks with any suitors. Although they had to negotiate the termination of his contract through 2030, the Milton Keynes team relieved the 51-year-old of his operational responsibilities in June.

After 20 years leading the staff for the Austrian energy drink company, he will now take a gardening leave of absence. However, as part of his reduced severance payout, Red Bull consented to allow Horner to rejoin Formula One in early 2026. John Elkann, the chairman of Ferrari, has therefore taken notice of Horner.

According to reports, Elkann is thinking about hiring Horner even though Ferrari signed Vasseur to a new deal through 2027 this July. Ferrari has failed to win a Grand Prix this season, and the Scuderia's ongoing problems in the 2025 season have put the Frenchman in a precarious position once more.

To persuade Christian Horner to come, Ferrari might set up a technology centre in the UK.

However, it is far from likely that the Leamington Spa native would consent to take over at Maranello, even though Ferrari is seeking Horner because Elkann has lost faith in Vasseur. According to a report by Funo Analisi Tecnica, Ferrari would consider going to extreme measures to entice Horner.

The Briton's unwillingness to leave England, which his family, including wife Geri Halliwell, would not be too happy about, is one of the main obstacles in Ferrari's route to hiring Horner. In order to accommodate Horner, Ferrari might think about setting up a new technical centre in the UK.

Since 1997, Ferrari has not maintained a facility in the UK, and at that time, it did not benefit much from it. However, technological advancements over the last three decades could make it a more lucrative venture, particularly if Elkann can secure his long-term aim in the UK.

With a base in the so-called Motorsport Valley, Horner may not be the first newcomer Ferrari signs. A UK site might help the Scuderia expand its ranks beyond the leader at the very top, although Ferrari may find it difficult to persuade some employees to relocate to Italy.

For a UK plant to be successful for Ferrari, Elkann would need to make a large financial investment. However, the chairman of Scuderia can counter that Horner's leadership might help boost the brand's worth at the base. But it probably would not be a success story right away.

In 1997, Ferrari closed its last design centre in England.

In the 1980s, Ferrari first considered setting up a technological centre in England, with a base in Guildford, to recruit John Barnard, who was hesitant to move to Italy. Enzo Ferrari also believed in it, but it was difficult to communicate between Guildford and Maranello.

Under the direction of Luca di Montezemolo, the Scuderia also attempted to establish a facility in the UK in 1993, with a design and development base situated near Shalford. However, Ferrari returned to operating every aspect of their team out of Maranello in 1997, ending that base's existence.

Horner may be able to make a UK site work for Ferrari more than the Scuderia's other efforts, nearly thirty years later. However, the likelihood that it is the final straw Elkann needs to persuade Horner to take Vasseur's post at Ferrari is slim and costly.

KIM KARDASHIAN AND LEWIS HAMILTON SPOTTED ON ROMANTIC EUROPEAN TOUR TOGETHER

Kim Kardashian and F1 star Lewis Hamilton are turning heads across Europe as insiders reveal Kim's "Russell Wilson" nickname.

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Kim and Lewis Hamilton spark a fly in London and Paris sightings

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton are the latest celebrity duo making waves, and apparently, Kim’s already got a cheeky nickname for him. The two have been spotted out together in the Cotswolds, London, and Paris, just enjoying themselves and turning a few heads in the process.

Word is, Kim’s close friends are spilling a few details about this new romance. One insider claims Lewis isn’t looking to settle down right now, but Kim still has a special name for him—she calls him “her Russell Wilson”. If you know the reference, it’s a nod to NFL star Russell Wilson, who married singer Ciara after her high-profile breakup with rapper Future. Friends say Kim thinks of Lewis as a “sophisticated upgrade” from her ex, Kanye West.

Kim and Kanye—now legally known as Ye—were married from 2014 to 2021 and share four kids. Their co-parenting relationship is famously complicated.

Kim’s reportedly a bit anxious about how Kanye will react to her new thing with Lewis, considering Kanye and Lewis were friends back in the day. One source told the Mail, “They’re both cautious about Kanye’s feelings since he and Lewis go way back. Kim’s living for herself these days, but she doesn’t want to poke the bear. They know this could set Kanye off, so they’re keeping it light and just having fun for now.”

Kim and Lewis first crossed paths years ago at GQ’s 2014 Men of the Year Awards. Back then, they both showed up with their now-exes—Kim was with Ye, and Lewis was with Nicole Scherzinger.

Kanye even had Lewis over for Easter one year. He talked about it: “Lewis Hamilton’s over at my house, and we’re playing some music in my studio. We’re having Easter brunch—my wife’s family, my friends, everyone’s there. And everybody’s like, ‘What is this music?’ and I’m like, ‘It’s Lewis Hamilton’s music.’”

Since splitting from Ye, Kim’s dated Pete Davidson and moved on. Kanye’s remarried, too—this time to Australian architect Bianca Censori.

Those two have been in the headlines a lot, usually for their wild fashion choices. Things got especially wild when Bianca showed up at the Grammy Awards in a see-through gown. She arrived in a black fur coat but ditched it to reveal a sheer dress that left little to the imagination. People at the event were definitely stunned.

FERRARI SF-26 COMPLETES 121 LAPS IN HISTORIC LEWIS HAMILTON-LECLERC BARCELONA DEBUT

Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc completed a "productive" 121-lap debut for the Ferrari SF-26 during 2026 testing in Barcelona.

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Lewis Hamilton delivers first verdict on Ferrari SF-26 after "challenging" rain

Ferrari kicked off its on-track work for the 2026 Formula One season with a steady first day at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc split driving duties in the team’s bold new car, and the whole thing felt like the start of a new chapter.

With the 2026 rules shaking up both the chassis and the power unit, Ferrari didn’t chase lap times. They zeroed in on checking systems, making sure their data lined up, and ironing out any reliability kinks. The weather threw a few curveballs—rain, some dry patches—but even so, they got through their plan and stacked up plenty of laps.

Leclerc seemed upbeat after his first taste of the new machine. He said it felt good to get back behind the wheel and start figuring out the car, even if the focus was just on systems and not raw speed. “We came here to understand how everything works,” he said. “With the weather mixed up, today was all about checks. We finished what we set out to do, and the car did what we expected. It’s a solid start and a decent base.”

Hamilton, now officially in Ferrari red, felt the same. For him, it was a busy day—lots of on-track time, plenty of new things to get used to—but he called it productive. “We got good mileage, learnt a lot, and didn’t hit any big issues. That’s what matters with so many changes coming in. This gives us a strong platform for the next few days.”

Ferrari’s Head of Track Engineering, Matteo Togninalli, stressed how important it was just to get through the day cleanly. “Given the conditions, it went well for us,” he said. Rain or not, they racked up the laps and—most importantly—avoided any real reliability problems. That’s the top priority when you’re shaking down a brand-new car and engine.

Performance talk? Still way too early for that. Right now, Ferrari’s just learning how this new car behaves, gathering data, and building up bit by bit as the days go on—keeping their focus squarely on themselves.

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