Former F1 Driver Jos Verstappen Expresses Concerns over Red Bull’s Decision to Keep Christian Horner as Team Principal
Jos Verstappen, the father of three-time Formula One (F1) world champion Max Verstappen, has voiced his concerns over Red Bull’s decision to keep Christian Horner as team principal. In an interview with The Daily Mail, Jos stated that there is tension within the team due to Horner’s presence and that the team is at risk of being torn apart.
Max Verstappen’s Father: Tension within Red Bull Team
Following Max Verstappen’s victory in the season-opening race at the Bahrain Grand Prix, Jos expressed his concerns about Horner’s continued position within the team. He stated that there is tension while Horner remains in place and that the team is in danger of being torn apart.
Accusations against Christian Horner
In February, Red Bull launched an independent investigation after Horner was accused of engaging in inappropriate behavior towards a member of the racing team. The investigation cleared Horner of any wrongdoing last week.
Leaked Messages
One day after the investigation cleared Horner, allegedly leaked WhatsApp messages were distributed to members of the F1 community via an anonymous email address. The email contained a Google drive of the messages, which were sent to notable race officials, teams, and journalists around the world.
Red Bull’s Response
Regarding the mass email, Red Bull issued a statement to CNN, stating that it was a private matter between Horner and another individual, and it would be inappropriate for Red Bull to comment on the situation.
Jos Verstappen: Not the Source of Leaked Messages
In an interview with Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf, Jos denied being the source behind the leaked messages. He stated that he had no interest in causing problems for Max, who has a contract with Red Bull until 2028 and is performing well within the team.
Conclusion
The ongoing situation within the Red Bull F1 team continues to be a topic of conversation, with Jos Verstappen expressing concerns over the tension caused by Christian Horner’s presence. The investigation into Horner’s behavior has been cleared, but allegedly leaked messages have added fuel to the fire. Red Bull has maintained that it is a private matter and will not comment on the situation.
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