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As if the Formula 1 world hadn’t had enough major news this week, it was hit with another bombshell on Monday.
Red Bull Racing, the reigning series champion, is currently investigating team principal Christian Horner over allegations of “inappropriate behavior.”
Horner has been in charge of the powerhouse team since 2005.
The investigation comes after an accusation regarding his behavior from another member of team’s staff.
🚨 | Red Bull’s full statement on the allegations towards team principal Christian Horner:
“After the company was informed of certain recent allegations, an independent investigation has been launched. This process, which is already underway, is carried out by an external,… pic.twitter.com/HeCTVMgOQx
— Fastest Pitstop (@FastestPitStop) February 5, 2024
“After the company was informed of certain recent allegations, an independent investigation has been launched,” a statement of the energy drink company said of situation. “This process, which is already underway, is carried out by an external, specialized lawyer. The company takes these matters extremely seriously and the investigation will be completed as soon as practical as possible. It would not be appropriate to comment further at this time.”
Red Bull Racing Boss Christian Horner Facing Serious Allegations In Investigation
Jenna Fryer of the Associated Press reports that the allegations stem from Horner’s aggressive management style. Though British paper The Times says otherwise.
The investigation into Christian Horner is about a complaint made by a female colleague and was prompted by allegations of "inappropriate & controlling behaviour", per The Times.
The Associated Press also wrote: "The complaint is allegedly about his aggressive management style." pic.twitter.com/Sj2ByrbifR
— Daniel Valente 🏎️ (@F1GuyDan) February 5, 2024
Formula 1 fans were completely taken aback by the news.
Formula 1 in 2024 and the season hasn't even started yet wtf is going on 🤯🤯 #Formula1 #Hamilton #Ferrari #ChristianHorner #RedBull pic.twitter.com/WL6jjwYpVR
— Thomas (@_thomassmith10) February 5, 2024
Dutch paper De Telegraaf even reports that the investigation has been going on for a while behind closed doors and could lead to Horner’s resignation.
🚨 | The matter with Christian Horner has been going on behind closed doors for a while, as per @ErikvHaren.
Red Bull itself confirmed it to him, and are also the ones who started the investigation, not Red Bull Racing.
Erik says from what he’s heard the accusations are very… pic.twitter.com/ssxIWmYaKB
— Fastest Pitstop (@FastestPitStop) February 5, 2024
Regardless of the outcome, it’s a massive bombshell just one month before the 2024 Formula 1 season is set to begin.