It’s not often that Formula 1’s much-anticipated opening race weekend of the season is overshadowed by an off-track controversy, but the 2024 opener in Bahrain is a case in point.
Red Bull’s team principal Christian Horner is on his way to the paddock as usual, Motorsport.com understands, as a decision looms on his future at the squad.
Horner has been under investigation by Red Bull’s parent energy drinks company following allegations made against him by a female employee, which have been investigated by an independent barrister.
The uncertainty over his situation has prompted unease from those close to the team, with future engine partner Ford writing to the energy drinks company to urge it to issue its finding as quickly as possible. That its letter was leaked to the press shows the urgency of the matter.
A swift decision is needed now, so we can all focus on the sport. By: Charles Bradley, Global Editor in Chief
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