Horner ends speculation over Ecclestone succession 14 February, 2014 Bernie Ecclestone with Christian Horner Red Bull Racing team principal Christian Horner has ruled out replacing Bernie Ecclestone as the sport’s commercial head. Ecclestone is currently fighting bribery charges in Germany and stepped down from the board that runs Formula One in January. Although he continues to run the day-to-day business of the sport, speculation is rife about who will eventually replace Ecclestone, who told reporters last November that Horner would be an “ideal” candidate. “I would never consider taking on Bernie’s role,” Horner told SportBusiness International. “My function and commitment...
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