Red Bull’s reputation has suffered greatly due to the antics occurring within the team recently. Christian Horner, the team principal for Red Bull, has faced numerous controversies throughout the ongoing 2024 F1 season. Speculation has even circulated that Horner may be fired from the team prior to the Australian GP.
During the Saudi Arabian GP weekend, Christian Horner was bombarded with inquiries regarding the chaos within Red Bull. Despite the negative discourse, a representative from Red Bull has come forward to address the rumors of Horner’s departure.
Reports of the 50-year-old being fired are untrue, as confirmed by F1 journalist Eric Van Haren from De Telegraff. A spokesperson from Red Bull denied the claims, stating, “As Christian has said, he is grateful for the full support of the shareholders and that remains the case.”
Despite the recent negativity surrounding Christian Horner and Red Bull, it appears that Horner will remain in his position. Many believe that the only way for the Austrian team to overcome the negative publicity is by dismissing their British team principal.
While Christian Horner has faced frequent scrutiny since last month’s allegations of inappropriate behavior, the success of his team has provided some relief. Red Bull drivers have achieved 1-2 finishes in the first two Grand Prix races of the 2024 F1 season, thanks to the exceptional performance of the RB20.
With the Australian GP still a few weeks away, the Milton-Keynes-based team is expected to continue their dominance. However, the negative attention surrounding Christian Horner remains a significant stain on Red Bull’s current situation. He has been at the center of nearly everything happening within the team, and it is anticipated that further developments will occur in the coming days or weeks.