In recent weeks, Red Bull has found itself entangled in a tumultuous situation, as serious allegations have been made against the team’s key figure, Christian Horner. This incident has not only tarnished the team’s reputation but has also caused significant disruptions to their preparations for the upcoming season.
However, there is a ray of hope on the horizon as the investigation into these allegations is on the verge of conclusion and an official decision is to be expected from its parent company soon.
Christian Horner’s investigation expected to be over
Not too long ago, the team boss of Red Bull was accused of heinous allegations made by a female colleague, which had created chaos among the media. As a result, the team also had many difficulties focusing on their training sessions to prepare for the F1 2024 campaign.
Red Bull’s parenting juice company had advised Horner to step down from his role as the team principal, but the British firmly declined to entertain the idea. On the other hand, an official external investigation has been carried out by a barrister who had a meeting with the leader on February 9.
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Amidst this chaos, Horner has repeatedly denied the allegations and was physically present at the pre-testing session in Bahrain, which was held last week. Some pivotal figures of the team, like the two main drivers, Sergio Perez and Max Verstappen, along with Helmut Marko, the team’s advisor, have expressed their trust in the team leader.
After nearly two weeks now, the barrister has finally made a report on the entire incident, assumed to be over 100 pages, which will legally decide Horner’s stay on the team for the upcoming seasons. The result is predicted to be officially released on either Tuesday or Wednesday of next week.
What punishment will Christian Horner receive if found guilty?
According to the reports, Christian Horner will face dire consequences if he is found guilty of the accused’s allegations. Formula One has been taking serious actions against predators and assaulters hidden in the sport, and the treatment for the renowned team boss will be no different.
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If the parent company of the F1 team finds any validation of the allegations made by the female colleague against Christian Horner, it could lead to his permanent dismissal from the team. This would mark the conclusion of his 19-year journey with the organization.
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