Unlike his rival Toto Wolff, Christian Horner did not hold shares in the Red Bull team, but his personal net worth is estimated at around $64 million. Combined with that of his wife, former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, the family fortune exceeds $584 million. Nevertheless, his exit from the Austrian team comes with a significant financial setback for the British executive.

A Costly Goodbye

Putting emotions aside, Christian Horner departure from Red Bull after two decades as the team’s principal in Formula 1 also represents a notable economic loss. According to Business Insider, the compensation he will receive for the termination of his contract remains undisclosed, but it is known that he is walking away from a salary of $10 million per season.

Horner had been with Red Bull since the team’s inception in 2005, when Dietrich Mateschitz bought the Jaguar F1 team to launch his own project. Until his recent departure, Horner was the longest-serving Team Principal in Formula 1, surpassing even his main rival Toto Wolff, who has led Mercedes for 4,552 days.

A Legacy of Success

Although he didn’t hold equity in the team like Wolff, Horner was historically one of the highest-paid team bosses in F1. In 2023, when Red Bull clinched the constructors' championship with a record-breaking points tally thanks to Max Verstappen 19 wins and Sergio “Checo” Pérez two additional victories (21 out of 22 Grands Prix) Horner received an 11% pay raise.

According to Finance Monthly, Horner’s net worth in 2025 is around $64 million. The publication also highlights that, with Geri Halliwell’s assets and earnings included, the couple’s family fortune surpasses $584 million.

High Investments, High Lifestyle Costs

Horner has made significant private investments and owns an impressive real estate portfolio, including a mansion in Oxfordshire, an apartment in London, and a holiday home in the French Provence. He also earns substantial sums from appearances at various corporate and industry events.

However, such a high standard of living comes with considerable expenses. If he doesn’t secure a new professional opportunity soon, financial strain could become a reality. Still, Horner’s experience, leadership, and the results he achieved with Red Bull make him one of the most sought-after figures in the motorsport world.