Christian Horner has addressed the rumors circulating in the racing community regarding tensions between himself and the current champion. Horner, the head of Red Bull Racing, was accused of inappropriate behavior towards a colleague, leading to an ongoing investigation. As a result, speculation of a rift between Horner and the Dutch driver has been spreading within the racing community. However, Horner has firmly denied any conflict between himself and Verstappen.
A complaint was filed against Horner for alleged inappropriate behavior, prompting Red Bull Austria to hire an external lawyer to conduct an investigation. The Englishman’s position as Team Principal is now at risk due to these allegations. There were rumors suggesting that Horner’s relationship with Verstappen and his family had been severed, but Horner has dismissed these claims.
Horner has been a prominent figure within the team since its establishment, and these accusations have damaged his reputation. Nevertheless, he remains confident in his innocence and refuses to be distracted by such allegations. According to Horner, his relationship with the three-time champion and his team is intact, and they are fully focused on the upcoming season. Despite the rumors, Horner has confirmed his presence at the pre-season testing in Bahrain and subsequent races.
Verstappen is currently the driver to beat in Formula 1. The Dutchman has consistently performed at an exceptional level over the past few seasons, securing his third championship title last year. Continuing his streak of dominance, the 26-year-old has set his sights even higher.
Verstappen’s performance last year was nothing short of extraordinary, winning 19 out of 22 Grand Prix races. This remarkable record is nearly impossible for anyone to surpass. Throughout the season, Verstappen shattered long-standing records at each race.
However, Verstappen aims to surpass his previous achievements and secure a fourth championship, placing him in the same league as legendary drivers such as and . The reigning champion is determined to achieve a “perfect season,” but he remains cautious of the competition that has emerged during the winter break.
According to the Source firstsportz.com