Christian Horner on Liberty Media’s shortlist to become MotoGP CEO after F1 experience

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Report: Liberty Media considers former Red Bull boss for MotoGP CEO role

According to a new report, Christian Horner has been included on a shortlist by Liberty Media to take over as MotoGP’s new CEO.

Horner left Red Bull during the 2025 season after nearly two decades in charge of the F1 team, having led them through one of the most successful periods in their history.

But the final stretch of his time with Red Bull was turbulent, with the team’s drop-off in performance early in 2025 believed to be a major factor in the decision.

After stepping away from F1, Horner was reportedly advised by former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone to consider a move into MotoGP rather than looking for another role within motorsport’s top tier.

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Liberty Media eyes Christian Horner as the next MotoGP CEO

SoyMotor has reported that Christian Horner is being considered as a candidate to become the next CEO of MotoGP, following his appearance at the Spanish Grand Prix last weekend.

His visit to the Jerez paddock fuelled rumours of the former F1 man potentially acquiring a stake in a MotoGP team, in light of his recent attempts to return to F1 through purchasing Otro Capital’s shares in the Alpine outfit.

The Spanish publication claims Horner isn’t interested in just team ownership. Instead, he’s reportedly looking at a broader role within top-level motorcycle racing.

Long-time CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta has led MotoGP since 1998, but Liberty Media’s recent purchase has signalled a shift in direction for the sport.

If Horner is appointed, it would be another major move by Liberty Media, following several changes already introduced aimed at bringing its two motorsport divisions closer together.