Formula 1 is speaking on the Horner case for the first time

Driven by Formula 1 red bull to resolve the controversy surrounding his main team as soon as possible Christian Horner who was accused of allegedly inappropriate and controlling behavior with a colleague and denied by Horner.

“We hope that the matter will be clarified as soon as possible after a fair and thorough process,” said a statement from F1.

“We note that Red Bull has launched an independent investigation into the internal allegations at Red Bull Racing,” he added, concluding that “we will not be making any further comments at this time.”

When the allegations surfaced two weeks ago, Red Bull released a statement saying it was taking the matter “extremely seriously” and was launching an “independent investigation carried out by an external specialist adviser” and that it would “be completed as soon as possible. ” “.

On Thursday at Red Bull’s presentation, Horner said: “I obviously reject the accusations that have been made, but I am going through a process and I respect that process very much.” And he specified that he plans to go to the preseason test in Bahrain from February 21 to 23.

Red Bull’s lawyer is expected to prepare a report to be presented to the company’s board of directors.

For its part, American automobile giant Ford, which in 2026 will be Red Bull’s engine partner in F1, issued a statement regarding Horner’s situation.

“As a family-owned business that holds itself to very high standards of behavior and integrity, we expect the same from our partners. It seems to us, and what we’ve been told, that Red takes seriously The situation is bull. And, of course, they are also worried about their brand.

“And that’s why they have an independent investigation and until we see what truth comes out of that, it’s too early for us to comment on anything.”