Christian Horner, the team principal of Red Bull Racing, faced allegations of “inappropriate behavior” towards a female employee. An independent investigation cleared him, but the aftermath continues to cast a shadow over the team. Adrian Newey’s impending departure from Red Bull Racing has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 paddock.
The Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf underlined that Jos Verstappen knew Newey would leave the ship of Red Bull racing soon as per formulapassion.it. “If Horner stays in his place, Red Bull will implode. ” In Bahrain Jos Verstappen did not mince words in expressing a prediction that is coming true.
Jos Verstappen on Red Bull Team Boss
Jos Verstappen has doubled down on his claim that it would be “bad” if Christian Horner stayed on as Red Bull’s team boss, but he expects he will “for the rest of the season”. Although the Horner investigation was dismissed last week after a lengthy internal examination into his alleged behavior, recent headlines don’t make for happy reading at Red Bull.
Jos Verstappen, father of three-time reigning Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen, has been vocal about his concerns. He believes that Horner’s continued presence could harm the team. Verstappen Sr. points out that the ongoing situation is affecting Max’s performance and the team’s overall environment.
Verstappen Sr. insists that the team is in danger of being torn apart. While he acknowledges that it’s too late for Horner to step down, he remains adamant that Horner’s continued leadership isn’t beneficial for the team. The focus should be on Max’s performance and the race, rather than the ongoing controversies surrounding Horner.
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