The Austrian Grand Prix left a bitter taste for Red Bull. Christian Horner didn't hold back in his assessment of the race.

Max Verstappen and his entourage have reportedly laid out demands for Christian Horner to step aside or have his powers curtailed as a condition for the four-time world champion's long-term future at Red Bull Racing.

Max Verstappen prefers to stay with Red Bull. However, there is one scenario—in which the Dutchman, completely against his will—might part ways with the Austrian team, and in that scenario, team principal Christian Horner plays a pivotal role.