New role a snag for Horner

CHRISTIAN HORNER has been told Aston Martin “don’t need” him after naming Adrian Newey as their new team principal.

- BY DANIEL MOXON

The surprise appointment came after it emerged in Las Vegas last weekend that boss Andy Cowell was on the verge of being replaced after less than a year in the role.

Former Red Bull chief Horner (right) was immediately linked with the job, having made it clear he wants to make a Formula One comeback next year.