Laurent Mekies

Laurent Mekies

team principal France

Laurent Mekies is a prominent figure in Formula 1, currently serving as the director of the Racing Bulls team. Known for his strategic insights and technical expertise, Mekies has played a crucial role in developing competitive racing cars and overseeing team operations. Under his leadership, Racing Bulls has shown promising potential, particularly during pre-season testing, where the team showcased a reliable car capable of competing with mid-field teams. Mekies is recognized for his ability to navigate the complexities of Formula 1, making him a key player in the sport as the 2025 season unfolds.

Born on Jan 01, 1975 (50 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
106,796
Power
4,691$
Sentiment
5.45
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 3 5.67 0.23% +20% 4,822,233 13,172 $210,000 574$
Germany 1 5.00 0.08% +0% 83,783,942 64,350 $3,845,000 2,953$
United Kingdom 1 6.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 29,274 $2,700,000 1,164$
Totals 5 156,492,186 106,796 $6,755,000 4,691$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: Laurent Mekies is the Red Bull team boss who addressed the driver lineup situation. 5

Liam Lawson Isack Hadjar Nico Hulkenberg Ollie Bearman Yuki Tsunoda Carlos Sainz Max Verstappen Alex Powell
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Formula 1: Liam Lawson on the wrong side of the equation as Racing Bulls play favourites - Opinion

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Laurent Mekies took over as Red Bull team principal after Horner's dismissal, marking a new chapter for the team. 6

Max Verstappen Lando Norris Oscar Piastri Christian Horner Lewis Hamilton Charles Leclerc
The Guardian: Max Verstappen pips Norris for Italian Grand Prix pole with fastest F1 lap | Formula One

New Zealand New Zealand: Laurent Mekies is the Red Bull team principal. 5

Liam Lawson Hadjar Max Verstappen Lando Norris Oscar Piastri Charles Leclerc Lewis Hamilton Daniel Ricciardo Carlos Sainz Alex Powell
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Formula 1: Liam Lawson has qualifying effort deleted, to start 19th at Italian Grand Prix

Germany Germany: Laurent Mekies has taken over as the new team principal at Red Bull Racing. 5

Max Verstappen Sergio Perez Lewis Hamilton Christian Horner Oscar Piastri Michael Schumacher
Süddeutsche Zeitung: Formel 1 in Zandvoort: Verstappen will die Abwärtsspirale bei Red Bull stoppen - Sport

New Zealand New Zealand: Laurent Mekies has taken over leadership at Red Bull, which is seen as a positive change. 7

Liam Lawson Max Verstappen Christian Horner Sergio Perez Felipe Drugovich Adrian Newey Fernando Alonso Isack Hadjar Yuki Tsunoda Lewis Hamilton Lando Norris Oscar Piastri Brendon Hartley
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Liam Lawson: Herald F1 correspondent answers readers’ questions

New Zealand New Zealand: Laurent Mekies is the new Red Bull team boss who observed Lawson's performance closely. 5

Liam Lawson Max Verstappen Kimi Antonelli Isack Hadjar Sir Lewis Hamilton Daniel Ricciardo Alex Powell
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Formula 1: Liam Lawson’s statement to Red Bull bosses with win in Max Verstappen battle – Alex Powell

Norway Norway: Laurent Mekies stated that it is not relevant to replace Tsunoda this season. 5

Max Verstappen Charles Leclerc Oscar Piastri Lando Norris Atle Gulbrandsen Lewis Hamilton Fernando Alonso Lance Stroll Yuki Tsunoda Liam Lawson Isack Hadjar Stein Pettersen
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New Zealand New Zealand: Mekies is Tsunoda’s former boss with Racing Bulls and AlphaTauri. 6

Liam Lawson Isack Hadjar Yuki Tsunoda Christian Horner Jonathan Wheatley Nico Hulkenberg Gabriel Bortoleto Alex Powell
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Formula 1: Liam Lawson lands vital punch in Red Bull battle with Isack Hadjar – Alex Powell

Pakistan Pakistan: Laurent Mekies is leading Red Bull following Christian Horner’s dismissal. 7

Max Verstappen Oscar Piastri Lando Norris Charles Leclerc Esteban Ocon Carlos Sainz Oliver Bearman Isack Hadjar George Russell Kimi Antonelli Lewis Hamilton Franco Colapinto Pierre Gasly
Dawn – Pakistan’s oldest and most widely read English daily, est. 1941: Verstappen starts new Red Bull era with Spa sprint win - Sport

Pakistan Pakistan: Laurent Mekies was the new team boss for Red Bull during the race. 5

Oscar Piastri Lando Norris Charles Leclerc Max Verstappen Lewis Hamilton George Russell Alex Albon Carlos Sainz Fernando Alonso Kimi Antonelli Liam Lawson Gabriel Botoleto Pierre Gasly Tom Stallard
Dawn – Pakistan’s oldest and most widely read English daily, est. 1941: Piastri holds off Norris at Spa, extends championship lead - Sport