Christian Horner is reportedly set to discover his fate in the next few days.
The investigation into Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has been completed and a decision on his future will be communicated in the next 48 hours, according to reports. The 50-year-old is being probed over allegations of inappropriate behaviour, which he denies, following a complaint by a female employee to Red Bull’s parent company in Austria.
The saga has cast a dark cloud over Red Bull, who have been forced to deal with no shortage of controversy ahead of the new season, but it seems as though a resolution is finally in sight. The process is likely to be wrapped up before this weekend’s Bahrain Grand Prix, according to Sky Sports, with a final decision expected to be revealed on Tuesday or Wednesday.
The external investigation into Horner carried out by a specialist barrister is now said to have been completed. An extensive report, thought to include over 100 pages, is now in the hands of the company’s board who will ultimately have the final say on whether Horner stays in his role or leaves the team.
It is also said that Red Bull are not expected to provide ‘major detail’ when announcing their decision on Horner’s future despite the saga having been played out in public over the last few weeks. It comes after Red Bull were urged to speed up the investigation process by Ford CEO Jim Farley, who reportedly wrote a letter to the company to make his feelings known
According to AP News, Farley wrote that Ford, who will enter into a partnership with Red Bull in 2026, were “increasingly frustrated by the lack of resolution or clear indication from you about when you anticipate a fair and just resolution of this matter.
We are likewise frustrated by the lack of full transparency surrounding this matter with us, your corporate partners, and look forward to receiving a complete account of all findings.”
It followed similar calls made by other organisations hoping to see a swift resolution to the matter, with Formula One making its first public comment on the Horner investigation last week.
A statement read: “We hope that the matter will be clarified at the earliest opportunity after a fair and thorough process. We have noted Red Bull has instigated an independent investigation into internal allegations at Red Bull Racing. We will not comment further at this time.”
Horner is one of the most successful team principals in the sport’s recent history, having led Red Bull to seven Drivers’ Championship titles and six Constructors’ Championship triumphs during his 19 years in charge. In recent weeks, he has continued in his role as normal in spite of the investigation, with Red Bull opting not to suspend him pending the outcome.
