Red Bull have extended Laurent Mekies’ contract as team principal and chief executive until the end of 2031.
The deal was announced after Max Verstappen delivered Red Bull’s first two Grand Prix wins of the season in Malaysia and Singapore. Mekies, who replaced Christian Horner in July 2025, has now been given another five years in charge at Milton Keynes.
Red Bull shareholder Mark Mateschitz announced the agreement during a team debrief following the victories in Malaysia and Singapore.
“I am incredibly proud to continue this journey with Oracle Red Bull Racing,” Mekies said. “What makes this team special is the way everyone comes together in pursuit of the same goal, and I feel privileged to work alongside such a talented and committed group every day.”
Red Bull commit to Mekies until 2031
Mekies moved across from Racing Bulls when Red Bull replaced Horner last summer. He had previously worked for Minardi, Toro Rosso, the FIA and Ferrari before returning to the Red Bull organisation in 2024.
Red Bull recovered strongly during his first season in charge, eventually missing the 2025 drivers’ championship by two points. This year brought another challenge as the team began racing with its own power unit for the first time.
A difficult opening to the season left Red Bull without a Grand Prix victory through the first 15 rounds, but Verstappen broke that run in Malaysia. He followed it by winning the Sprint and Grand Prix in Singapore.
Red Bull’s shareholders Chalerm Yoovidhya and Mateschitz said Mekies had played a “crucial role” during the team’s transition and that the new contract reflected their confidence in his leadership.
The agreement follows new deals for both Red Bull drivers. Verstappen is contracted until the end of 2030, while Isack Hadjar has been confirmed for the 2027 season.
Red Bull head to the United States Grand Prix fourth in the constructors’ championship, seven points behind McLaren in third.
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