The consequences of this disagreement may go beyond the upcoming days, impacting the dynamics within the Red Bull Racing community. Jos Verstappen has announced that he is finished dealing with Red Bull team principal Christian Horner, accusing him of immaturity for allegedly undermining his plans to participate in the Legends Parade scheduled for this weekend. The Legends Parade, which is part of the Austrian Grand Prix, is set to occur at the Red Bull Ring. Jos Verstappen, who is the father of Max Verstappen, was originally scheduled to drive the 2012 RB8, a car that was famously piloted by Sebastian Vettel during his third consecutive championship-winning season, which included an exhilarating battle with Fernando Alonso. The event traditionally showcases various historic cars completing exhibition laps around the Red Bull Ring. However, the former Dutch Formula 1 driver asserts that Horner has prevented him from taking part, and Red Bull has yet to comment on the matter when approached by RacingNews365. Consequently, Verstappen Sr has withdrawn from the parade, criticizing the Red Bull team leader for allegedly intending to prohibit any filming of his involvement. Verstappen expressed his disappointment with the situation, stating, “How immature can one be? There was supposed to be filming, including with a drone, but Horner didn’t want me to be recorded. I’m completely done with Horner. It’s like a kindergarten here. I could have still participated in the end, but I decided against it. I find Horner’s behavior so childish, but I believe it speaks volumes about him.” This dispute casts a shadow over the Legends Parade, which has become a cherished component of the Austrian Grand Prix weekend. The planned appearance of Jos Verstappen in the RB8 was highly anticipated due to the car’s illustrious history alongside Sebastian Vettel. Despite the controversy, the event will proceed with other historic cars and drivers. Nevertheless, the absence of Verstappen Sr will likely be a noticeable omission, underscoring the personal divide between him and Horner. The ramifications of this conflict may extend beyond the weekend, impacting the relationships within the Red Bull Racing community.
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