Red Bull could have done without the ongoing controversies ahead of the crucial 2024 F1 season. The Austrian team was in a favorable position before the season began. However, the revelation of inappropriate behavior allegations has caused rumors of a power struggle within the team. Christian Horner, the team principal, recently met with an independent investigator appointed by Red Bull’s parent company, Red Bull GmbH. The F1 team’s staff was kept unaware of this meeting, and the news was only shared with a select few media outlets. The lack of communication between Red Bull GmbH and the F1 team has fueled speculation about a power struggle. However, Sky Sports F1 pundit, Craig Slater, has dismissed these rumors. He stated that if Horner is ultimately dismissed at the end of the investigation, it could create chaos within the team. There are also reports suggesting that Red Bull’s Chief Technical Officer may leave if Horner is sacked, which would further complicate their 2024 F1 season. Horner and Newey have been key figures within the Red Bull operation for many years, so it will be interesting to see how the decision-makers within the team handle the situation if Horner is found guilty of the allegations. Tough times lie ahead for the entire Red Bull group.
According to the Source firstsportz.com