Round-up: Horner replaced for “performance” reasons says Marko, and more | RaceFans Round-up

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”Entscheidung hat Oliver Mintzlaff getroffen” – Marko erklart Ablauf des Horner-Aus (Sky – German)

Helmut Marko: ‘This was the result of a combination of various factors, but ultimately the performance just wasn’t quite where it needed to be. Fortunately, we were able to bring in Laurent Mekies from within the wider Red Bull family. His area of responsibility will be significantly more limited – the main focus will be on racing.’

Drivers say IndyCar handled the yellows right at Laguna – mostly (Racer)

Christian Lundgaard: ‘I was definitely driving around thinking, ‘Why is there a car sideways – well, technically backwards going into the Corkscrew – and we’re green for two laps?’ Yes, there’s a local yellow, but if someone isn’t really paying attention, changing a switch on the steering wheel, it can go terribly wrong.’

Renault set to name procurement head Francois Provost as chief (Financial Times)

‘He joined Renault in 2002 after starting his career in French government and has also worked for the carmaker in senior roles in Russia, South Korea and China.’

Williams Racing Welcomes Axel Kruse to leadership team (Williams)

‘Axel brings almost two decades of leadership experience working in Formula 1, having spent the past 15 years as chief operating officer at Sauber.’

Revealed: Woman at centre of Christian Horner scandal leaves Red Bull for a new role in motorsport (Daily Mail)

‘The woman at the centre of the scandal that almost brought down Christian Horner last year has left Red Bull and now has a new role in motorsport.’

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