Christian Horner ‘had considerations about staffer’s conduct’ earlier than behaviour probe
Christian Horner is to be probed over his alleged controlling behaviour amid a vicious Red Bull energy battle, in response to reviews.
The F1 group principal, 50, is the topic of an inner investigation by his Milton Keynes-based group. Another worker has made a grievance about his “inappropriate” conduct, an accusation he denies.
A specialist barrister is about to start quizzing Horner on Friday (February 8). The Sun declare the problem centres on a feminine colleague’s considerations about his strict work regime, and isn’t associated to any sexual impropriety.
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A supply stated: “Christian had concerns about her conduct and made it clear he was unhappy. She went on to make a complaint about his ‘controlling’ behaviour, which detonated this crisis for the team.”
Another supply reckoned it is a deliberate try to weaken Horner’s place throughout the firm. There’s lengthy been reviews of an influence battle between the group he runs within the UK and the dad or mum firm in Salzburg, Austria.
The loss of life of Red Bull founder Dietrich Mateschitz in October 2022 triggered that supposed divide. A brand new board of administrators have been appointed within the aftermath of his passing.
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Control of the F1 department was given to ex-RB Leipzig chairman Oliver Mintzlaff, who’s believed to need Horner out. Motorsport advisor Helmut Marko can also be stated to have a strained relationship with the Brit.
However, Red Bull’s Thai backers, headed by Chalerm Yoovidhya who’s the son of co-founder Chaleo, are claimed to be supporters of Horner’s work. The state of affairs is unfolding with the 2024 season begin now beneath a month away.
Horner hasn’t been suspended and is working as normal forward of pre-season testing in Bahrain in two weeks’ time. He’s held his place since 2005, serving to Red Bull to 6 constructors’ championships and 7 drivers’ titles.
Red Bull have been contacted for remark.
