While the sudden announcement that Christian Horner had been released by Red Bull shocked many, Johnny Herbert insists it was “not a surprise”. And Herbert believes another Red Bull veteran will be on his way to the exit door, predicting four-time World Champion Max Verstappen will sign with Mercedes.

One year later, in 2006, Superman took over the car as David Coulthard scored Red Bull’s first podium finish, leading to Horner jumping into the swimming pool located on the top of the Energy Station wearing only a red cape after losing a bet over the result.

Christian Horner is said to have broken down while addressing his team for the last time at the Red Bull factory.

Horner was unceremoniously dumped by Red Bull Racing on Tuesday afternoon, breaking the news to the squad’s Milton Keynes workforce on Wednesday morning. Read more: Helmut Marko delivers first words on Christian Horner’s shock Red Bull exit

Ralf Schumacher is not exactly pleased with the current state of affairs at Red Bull Racing. The German observes how one of the most likable Formula 1 teams is losing its charm and form increasingly.