An investigation into allegations that Red Bull Racing CEO Christian Horner behaved inappropriately towards a colleague has concluded and complaints against him have been dismissed. He will continue in his role as team principal of this highly successful racing team.
Red Bull Racing’s parent company, Red Bull GmbH, launched the investigation earlier this year and an external legal team to conduct the investigation into the claims. Now, as events begin around the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix, the team has announced the conclusion of the investigation.
“The independent investigation into the allegations against Mr. Horner has ended and Red Bull can verify that the complaint has been dismissed,” Red Bull said in a statement. “The plaintiff has the right to appeal. Red Bull is confident that the investigation will be fair, thorough and impartial. “
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Details of the allegations against Horner have not been made public, but it has been reported that he has been accused of inappropriate and controlling behaviour with a colleague. Red Bull said the content of the investigation into the allegations would remain confidential, as it comprises “private data of the parties and third parties who contributed to the investigation. “
The team’s director has yet to comment on the results of the investigation, but has denied any wrongdoing, The Guardian reports. The user who filed the complaint has not been identified.
Horner is expected to continue to act as CEO and team principal at Red Bull Racing, as he had previously announced his goal. During the investigation, he continued to highlight his duties, attending the launch of the team’s newest race car. , the RB20, and took part in pre-season testing last week.
Since Red Bull Racing moved into Formula 1 in 2005, Horner has been the team’s leader. During that time, he has contested 113 Grands Prix, six F1 constructors’ championship titles and seven drivers’ championship titles.