Christian Horner is set to be dismissed from his position as team principal at Red Bull Racing before the commencement of the 2024 Formula 1 season.
Christian Horner, who has led the Tilbrook-based team since joining the sport in 2005, is currently being investigated following serious accusations made against him by a female colleague.
The allegations pertain to claims of inappropriate and controlling behavior within the organization, and have been reported to Red Bull’s head office in Austria.
In response to these complaints, Red Bull Racing has taken swift action by initiating an external inquiry.
The team has released a statement affirming their commitment to conducting a thorough investigation into the matter.
To ensure impartiality, they have enlisted the services of an independent barrister to oversee the inquiry into the allegations made against Horner.
According to the team’s statement, “Upon learning of the recent allegations, the company launched an independent investigation.
This process is already underway and is being conducted by an external specialist barrister.
The company takes these matters very seriously, and the investigation will be concluded as soon as possible. No further comments will be made at this time.”
The timing of these developments is significant, as Red Bull Racing is preparing to unveil their 2024 car on February 15.
With aspirations of securing their fourth consecutive world championship title, the team now faces a cloud of uncertainty due to the allegations against their team principal.
The start of the 2024 Formula One season is scheduled for March in Bahrain.
As the investigation progresses, the motorsport community eagerly awaits the outcome and potential consequences for Christian Horner and the Red Bull Racing team.
This incident highlights the importance of promptly and thoroughly addressing allegations of misconduct within the sports world, as organizations strive to create a safe and respectful working environment for all team members.