In a dramatic turn of events within Formula 1, Red Bull Racing has suspended a female employee who accused team principal Christian Horner of inappropriate behavior. This development comes after Horner was cleared of the allegations following an extensive investigation.
Key Details
- Accusation and Investigation: The employee’s complaint against Horner had created a stir in the F1 community. Red Bull responded by hiring an independent barrister to investigate the claims. The investigation, which included a 60-hour evidence hearing session and produced a 150-page report, concluded that Horner was not guilty of the accusations.
- Outcome of Investigation: Despite the clearing of Horner, the employee has been suspended from her position at Red Bull’s Milton Keynes factory. This action follows the results of the investigation, which found no grounds for the initial claims.
- Current Status: Christian Horner is currently in Jeddah, overseeing Red Bull’s operations from the pit wall as the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix begins. Red Bull has yet to comment further on the suspension, stating, “The company cannot comment on this internal matter,” according to The Telegraph.
The situation has added another layer of intrigue to the Formula 1 season. With Horner exonerated and the accuser now suspended, the focus shifts back to the racing action, with the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix underway.
