The purported release of information regarding Christian Horner was unfortunate news for Red Bull as it occurred only a day before the race. The investigation into the matter concluded with Red Bull absolving their principal of any wrongdoing. Nevertheless, the alleged leak of evidence, which included WhatsApp media and chats, once again unsettled the team boss. A consultant for Red Bull Motorsport reflected on the time when this supposed leak emerged, highlighting the difficulties it posed for the team.
The alleged evidence was made public just prior to the start of the season. As a result, the FIA and F1 held a meeting in Bahrain to address the situation. However, no definitive decisions were reached regarding Horner’s case. Helmut Marko, a member of the Red Bull team, admitted that the entire ordeal was “unpleasant” and presented challenges for the team. Nonetheless, the Red Bull crew remained focused on the race and achieved impressive results in the opening race of the 2024 season. The 80-year-old Marko added that everything ultimately worked out perfectly, with the team maximizing their points in the race.
Red Bull executed flawlessly during the Bahrain GP, allowing both drivers to deliver exceptional performances throughout the race. Verstappen secured pole position and maintained his lead throughout all the laps, securing a commanding victory. Additionally, his teammate made a remarkable comeback from a fifth-place start and finished just behind Verstappen. Marko praised the team for their results and emphasized the flawless pit stops and strategic decisions made by the crew. Furthermore, the 80-year-old expressed the team’s desire to remain unified for the remainder of the season.
Christian Horner has served as the team principal for Red Bull since its establishment in 2005. Despite the growing controversies and turmoil, he will continue to lead the team. The 2024 campaign appears very promising for Red Bull, as they have once again developed a dominant and competitive challenger.
The upcoming 2024 season is expected to mirror the team’s performance in 2023. In fact, under the leadership of Christian Horner, Max Verstappen may even achieve a flawless season. Consequently, the 50-year-old is an indispensable and integral part of the team. Despite the ongoing challenges, the team remains focused on the next race weekend in Formula 1.
Although the Red Bull team boss has been cleared of any allegations, the alleged leak has created difficulties for the 50-year-old. The 2024 calendar is packed with 24 races, and Max Verstappen aims to potentially win them all. Only time will reveal how rival teams will fare against Red Bull’s dominant pace and whether they can provide a challenge throughout the season.