Christian Horner, the head of the Red Bull racing team, and his wife were in the spotlight during the Bahrain Grand Prix. The couple was seen kissing at the event, attracting attention from the media.
Speaking at a press conference before the upcoming Saudi Arabia Grand Prix in Jeddah, Christian Horner expressed his desire for the investigation drama involving his wife and family to come to an end. The parent company of Red Bull Racing, based in Austria, recently cleared Horner of any wrongdoing after a female worker accused him of improper behavior. Horner strongly denies these accusations.
To ensure a fair investigation, an external legal firm was hired by Red Bull GmbH, the company that owns Red Bull Racing. The firm concluded that Horner did not engage in any inappropriate encounters. Horner emphasized the need to move on from the investigation and focus on the Formula 1 season. Reports suggest that the female employee who made the accusations has been suspended. Horner has expressed gratitude for the support he has received from his family during this difficult time.
Horner acknowledged his wife and family as his biggest supporters but emphasized that the intrusion into their lives should now come to an end. He believes it is time to shift the focus from the investigation to the Formula 1 season. As the Team Principal, Horner stated that Red Bull should prioritize the sport over external drama.
While Max Verstappen’s contract with Red Bull is set to expire in 2028, there may be provisions that allow him to leave the team earlier, as is customary in Formula 1. Verstappen’s father, Jos, expressed concerns about the ongoing controversy surrounding Horner, stating that it could potentially harm the team. This tension between Horner and Verstappen has led to speculation that Verstappen may consider joining the Mercedes team, with Jos Verstappen seen talking to Toto Wolff, the head of Mercedes. However, Max Verstappen has repeatedly stated that Red Bull is his home. Horner has also highlighted the important role Jos Verstappen has played in his son’s career and their shared plans for his future.
Both Red Bull and Jos Verstappen are committed to providing Max Verstappen with the best opportunities available. The Team Principal expressed their goal of giving Verstappen a competitive car, as they believe he has a bright future with the team. While there may be slim chances of Verstappen leaving Red Bull, he continues to achieve remarkable success in Formula 1.