The ‘Silly Season’ in Formula 1 has come early this year, with rumors swirling around Red Bull team manager Christian Horner. It all started in February when Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari sparked speculation about Carlos Sainz and Sergio ‘Checo’ Pérez. However, recent events have put Horner in the spotlight.
Accusations of misconduct and a questionable investigation by Red Bull have led to conflicting reports about Horner’s future. Initially, it was rumored that main shareholder Chalerm Yoovidhya had withdrawn support for Horner, raising the possibility of his dismissal before the Australian Grand Prix. However, a Red Bull spokesperson has since denied these claims, stating that Horner still has the full backing of the shareholders.
Throughout the controversy, Horner has maintained his innocence and focused on the team’s on-track performance. Following back-to-back wins for Max Verstappen and Checo Pérez in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, Red Bull seems determined to keep the focus on racing.
As the rumors continue to swirl, it remains to be seen how this will affect Red Bull’s performance in the upcoming races. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.