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Exclusive – Laurent Mekies: “We have the best job in the world”

Propelled to the helm of Red Bull last July, the Tours native is acutely aware of the immense opportunity he has been given to occupy this prestigious position. But there's no question of looking back to savor the journey so far: Laurent Mekies is moving forward, guided by the undiminished flame of his passion for competition.

Published 29/04/2026 à 12:00

Cyprien Juilhard

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Exclusive – Laurent Mekies: “We have the best job in the world”

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You are in charge of a huge stable with nearly 2,000 people under your command. Do you like your job today? 

We have the best job in the world. This isn't unique to the team principal – I think it's true for everyone who works on a team.

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Alain Féguenne (🇱🇺 Luxembourg)

29/04/2026 at 04:41 a.m.

Laurent is doing a great job… but he's lost a lot of extremely competent people, and if he loses Max, as I suspect he will… for RBR, it will be the end, or will they find a gem like Max? We'll see in the future… 😎👀👍

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