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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Geri Horner would 'never have gone' to Mel B's wedding and has had week from hell
Geri Horner has had a tough week, according to sources, as her F1 husband has left his role at Red Bull. Geri Horner has had a tough week, and there was reportedly no way she would have made it to her Spice Girls bandmate Mel B's wedding. Neither Mel C, Victoria Beckham or Geri made it to the wedding, which took place on July 5, leaving Emma Bunton the only Spice Girl to show. A source had said: " Victoria loves Mel but sadly she will be out of the country, and wishes she could be there. Mel C too would have been there but she is on tour in Sweden. They have a great deal of affection for Melanie." Mel married her partner Rory in a sparkling wedding attended by a number of celebrities including Alan Carr, Angelica Bell and Katherine Ryan, reported the Mirror. But Geri reportedly 'never would have gone'. This week has brought a lot of stress for Geri, as her F1 husband Christian Horner made a surprise exit from his role at Red Bull. In a lengthy post, Christian wrote: "After an incredible journey of 20 years together, it is with a heavy heart that today I say goodbye to the team I have absolutely loved. "Every one of you, the amazing people at the factory, have been the heart and soul of everything that we have achieved. Win and lose, every step of the way, we have stood by each other as one and I will never forget that. "It's been a privilege being part of and leading this epic team and I am so proud of our collective accomplishments and you all. Thanks to the amazing partners and fans who enabled us to go racing. "Your support has helped grow the team from its humble beginnings to an F1 powerhouse that laid claim to six Constructors Championships and eight Drivers' Championships." A source has revealed how much of a tough week it has been for Geri, with Christian's ex-wife having passed away as well. "It's been a really devastating time for the family and Christian has been in a hole about Beverley," a source told The Mirror of Geri's tough week. "Geri was never going to go to Mel B's wedding, it just wouldn't have been fun for her and Christian to have gone when her and Mel haven't always seen eye to eye. "It's been a week from hell for the family with Beverley's passing and Christian's exit from Red Bull, but Geri is relieved now everyone knows what's been going on behind closed doors, because it's not been easy." A source also previously revealed to us that Geri was unhappy over her husband Christian Horner's decision to leave Red Bull. "Geri is going to stand by her man and is supporting him fully. Image means so much to her, but behind closed doors she isn't happy about the attention this brings," the insider said. "Image means so much to Geri and she knows everyone will relate it back to the leaked messages and what went on last year, so it's not easy for her." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Geri Horner's week from hell and why she'd 'never have gone' to Mel B's wedding
Geri Horner has had a tough week, sources have revealed, and she had no plans to go to her fellow Spice Girl Mel B's wedding after missing the high-profile nuptials Geri Horner has had a "week from hell" - and there was no way she would be attending Mel B's wedding. Her Spice Girls bandmate tied the knot last weekend but Geri was nowhere to be seen. Ahead of the event, insiders confirmed Emma Bunton would be there with her husband Jade Jones, but Mel C, Victoria Beckham and Geri Horner will not. A source had said: "Victoria loves Mel but sadly she will be out of the country, and wishes she could be there. Mel C too would have been there but she is on tour in Sweden. They have a great deal of affection for Melanie." Mel married her partner Rory in a glittering wedding attended by a number of celebrities including Alan Carr, Angelica Bell and Katherine Ryan amongst others. It has been a tough week for Geri, as Christian also made a surprise exit from his role at Red Bull. In a lengthy post, Christian wrote: "After an incredible journey of 20 years together, it is with a heavy heart that today I say goodbye to the team I have absolutely loved. Every one of you, the amazing people at the factory, have been the heart and soul of everything that we have achieved. Win and lose, every step of the way, we have stood by each other as one and I will never forget that. "It's been a privilege being part of and leading this epic team and I am so proud of our collective accomplishments and you all. Thanks to the amazing partners and fans who enabled us to go racing. Your support has helped grow the team from its humble beginnings to an F1 powerhouse that laid claim to six Constructors Championships and eight Drivers' Championships." Now, a source has revealed how much of a tough week it has been for Geri, with Christian's ex-wife having passed away. "It's been a really devastating time for the family and Christian has been in a hole about Beverley," a source told The Mirror of Geri's tough week, "Geri was never going to go to Mel B's wedding, it just wouldn't have been fun for her and Christian to have gone when her and Mel haven't always seen eye to eye. "It's been a week from hell for the family with Beverley's passing and Christian's exit from Red Bull, but Geri is relieved now everyone knows what's been going on behind closed doors, because it's not been easy." A source also previously revealed to us that Geri was unhappy over her husband Christian Horner's decision to leave Red Bull. "Geri is going to stand by her man and is supporting him fully. Image means so much to her, but behind closed doors she isn't happy about the attention this brings," the insider said, "Image means so much to Geri and she knows everyone will relate it back to the leaked messages and what went on last year, so it's not easy for her."
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Extraordinary comment Christian Horner's mum made about his wedding to Geri
It was confirmed this week that Christian Horner would be leaving his job at F1 after working there for more than two decades The extraordinary comment that Christian Horner's mum made about his wedding to Geri Halliwell has been revealed. Geri first met her now-husband back in 2009 when she was introduced by F1 tycoon Bernie Eccleston. However, it wasn't meant to be at the time as Christian was married to his first wife Beverley Allen and they were hoping have their first child together. But just five years later, Christian and Geri got together just six months after Beverley had their little girl. Despite Geri and Christian now being together, it wasn't smooth sailing to get to where they are. Christian's parents Garry and Sara were reported to be appalled that their son had left Beverley just six months after she had given birth to their longed-for daughter Olivia in October 2013. Christian's parents made their opinion clear when they refused to go to the couple's wedding in May 2015 at Woburn Abbey. The MailOnline reported that a journalist approached Beverley at her Cotswolds home just months after the split to ask if she wanted to comment on Geri being with her man. Beverley politely declined to comment but as the journalist left, he was followed by a woman who called him back to tell him that she and her husband were outraged by how Christian had behaved. She said she would not be attending the wedding, and that woman was Christian's mum Sara. She stuck to her word and they continued to support Beverley until she died at the age of 58 following a two-year battle with eye cancer. This comes as it was revealed this week that Christian had left his F1 job after 20 years. F1 are yet to explain the reason why he had left. Christian took to his Instagram to break his silence and release a statement on the matter. He wrote: "After an incredible journey of twenty years together, it is with a heavy heart that today I say goodbye to the Team I have absolutely loved. "Every one of you, the amazing people at the factory, have been the heart and soul of everything that we have achieved. Win and lose, every step of the way, we have stood by each other as one and I will never forget that. It's been a privilege being part of and leading this epic Team and I am so proud of our collective accomplishments and you all. "Thanks to the amazing partners and fans who enabled us to go racing. Your support has helped grow the team from its humble beginnings to an F1 powerhouse that laid claim to 6 Constructors Championships and 8 Drivers Championships." He then went on to thank "our rivals" saying "there would be no racing at all" without them. He added: " Formula 1 is a sport built on relentless ambition, passion, and respect. The rivalries have been fierce, but the mutual drive to innovate and raise the bar is what has made this journey so special." Christian signed off the statement by saying: "It's been an honour to be part of this incredible era of motorsport. I leave with immense pride in what we've achieved and also with what's in the pipeline for 2026 — and huge respect for everyone who's made F1 the pinnacle it is today. Thank You. Christian." Geri has not commented on her husband stepping down from his role either. This is despite her not being able to attend fellow Spice Girls Mel B's wedding last weekend due to supporting her husband.
Irish Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Irish Daily Mirror
Christian Horner breaks silence with emotional message after Red Bull sacking
Christian Horner shared a heartfelt message on social media following his departure from Red Bull. The former team principal expressed his sentiments after a 20-year stretch with the team ended suddenly on Wednesday, posting an emotional homage to his Milton Keynes crew on Instagram. Formula 1 fans were left in shock by the unexpected news, with Max Verstappen also commenting on Horner's exit. Horner wrote in his message: "After an incredible journey of 20 years together, it is with a heavy heart that today I say goodbye to the team I have absolutely loved. Every one of you, the amazing people at the factory, have been the heart and soul of everything that we have achieved. "Win and lose, every step of the way, we have stood by each other as one and I will never forget that. It's been a privilege being part of and leading this epic team and I am so proud of our collective accomplishments and you all. Thanks to the amazing partners and fans who enabled us to go racing. "Your support has helped grow the team from its humble beginnings to an F1 powerhouse that laid claim to six Constructors Championships and eight Drivers' Championships." Christian Horner released a heartfelt message expressing his gratitude to his colleagues and rivals alike, saying: "Equally, thank you to our rivals, with whom there would be no racing at all. You've pushed us, challenged us, and enabled us to achieve accolades we never dreamed possible. The competition has made every victory sweeter and every setback an opportunity to develop and grow." He went on to praise the fierce rivalries and driven spirit in Formula 1, saying: "Formula 1 is a sport built on relentless ambition, passion, and respect. The rivalries have been fierce, but the mutual drive to innovate and raise the bar is what has made this journey so special. "It's been an honour to be part of this incredible era of motorsport. I leave with immense pride in what we've achieved and also with what's in the pipeline for 2026 - and huge respect for everyone who's made F1 the pinnacle it is today. Thank You. Christian." Accompanying his statement was a photograph of himself lifting a trophy at a grand prix. Horner concluded by listing the impressive array of accolades garnered under his leadership, including "6 x Constructors, 8 x Drivers, 124 x (Grand Prix) Victories, 12 x Sprint Wins, 287 x Podiums, 107 x Pole positions, 100 x Fastest Laps." In a statement on Wednesday, a spokesperson for Red Bull's parent company confirmed: "Red Bull has released Christian Horner from his operational duties with effect from today." Additionally, the company announced that Laurent Mekies had been promoted as CEO to replace Horner, moving from his position as team principal at Red Bull's sister team, which he joined from Ferrari. Oliver Mintzlaff, the head honcho of Red Bull's sporting endeavours, expressed his gratitude: "We would like to thank Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years. "With his tireless commitment, experience, expertise and innovative thinking, he has been instrumental in establishing Red Bull Racing as one of the most successful and attractive teams in Formula 1. Thank you for everything, Christian, and you will forever remain an important part of our team history." The incoming Mekies shared his thoughts: "The last year and a half has been an absolute privilege to lead the team with Peter [Bayer, Racing Bulls CEO]. It has been an amazing adventure to contribute to the birth of Racing Bulls together with all our talented people. "The spirit of the whole team is incredible, and I strongly believe that this is just the beginning. Alan is the perfect man to take over now and continue our path. He knows the team inside out and has always been an important pillar of our early successes."
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Christian Horner Breaks Silence On Social Media After Red Bull Sacking
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Former Red Bull Racing CEO and team principal Christian Horner has opened up after his sudden exit. Horner served the team for 20 years from 2005 but was let go with immediate effect on Wednesday. News about Horner's Red Bull departure sent shockwaves across the F1 community, especially given the team's current struggles, and as Red Bull develops its power unit for the new era beginning in 2026 under the Red Bull Powertrains banner. Horner has been replaced by former Racing Bulls team principal Laurent Mekies, while Racing Bulls sporting director Alan Permane was promoted to the role of team principal. Horner was said to have reached the Red Bull factory at Milton Keynes yesterday following his exit announcement, where he broke down while addressing his team. Much later, he posted a statement on Instagram, revealing that he was proud of what the team had achieved under his leadership. He wrote: "After an incredible journey of twenty years together, it is with a heavy heart that today I say goodbye to the Team I have absolutely loved. Every one of you, the amazing people at the factory, have been the heart and soul of everything that we have achieved. Win and lose, every step of the way, we have stood by each other as one and I will never forget that. It's been a privilege being part of and leading this epic Team and I am so proud of our collective accomplishments and you all. Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing waves in the Paddock prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 27, 2025 in Spielberg, Austria. Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing waves in the Paddock prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 27, 2025 in Spielberg, Austria."Thanks to the amazing partners and fans who enabled us to go racing. Your support has helped grow the team from its humble beginnings to an F1 powerhouse that laid claim to 6 Constructors Championships and 8 Drivers Championships. "Equally, thank you to our rivals, with whom there would be no racing at all. You've pushed us, challenged us, and enabled us to achieve accolades we never dreamed possible. The competition has made every victory sweeter and every setback an opportunity to develop and grow. "Formula 1 is a sport built on relentless ambition, passion, and respect. The rivalries have been fierce, but the mutual drive to innovate and raise the bar is what has made this journey so special. "It's been an honour to be part of this incredible era of motorsport. I leave with immense pride in what we've achieved and also with what's in the pipeline for 2026 - and huge respect for everyone who's made F1 the pinnacle it is today. Thank You." Related: Christian Horner Closed Red Bull Chapter With Emotional Goodbye To Team
