Timeframe for Red Bull’s Christian Horner investigation as talks with team officials begin

Allegations of inappropriate behavior against Christian Horner will not end until Red Bull unveils its new car next week.

Christian Horner’s investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior could continue until the start of the 2024 Formula 1 season.

The Red Bull F1 team boss was hit by allegations made by team officials on Monday (February 5), which the 50-year-old denied. Horner has held the role since 2005, leading Red Bull to 13 world championships (six Constructors’ World Championships and seven Drivers’ World Championships).

Horner is the subject of an internal investigation by the energy drink company, which according to The Race is not expected to be completed until the launch of Red Bull’s new car next week, and despite the worrying development, Horner is expected to take part. criticism. The racing website suggests the March 2 Bahrain Grand Prix, the first race of the 2024 F1 season, could go ahead.

The inquest, which was originally due to take place at Red Bull Racing’s headquarters in Milton Keynes, saw the Briton cross-examined by his lawyers for eight hours at an undisclosed location in London on Friday (February 8). The future of Horner’s F1 career hangs in the balance with an investigative report to be presented to Red Bull’s Austrian board, which will decide on his illustrious motorsport career at Leamington Spa. .

Here is Red Bull’s initial statement regarding the shocking allegations against Horner: “After becoming aware of certain recent allegations, the company has begun an independent investigation.” “This process, which is already underway, is being led by an external professional lawyer. The company takes this matter very seriously and intends to complete the investigation as soon as possible. “It would be inappropriate to comment further at this time,” he said.

Responding to the allegations earlier this week, the 50-year-old said: “I completely deny these claims.” Red Bull entered the new season as winners for the third year in a row, with Max Verstappen further underscoring his reputation in the sport with his third consecutive victory.