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Marko defends Red Bull for taking its time with Horner investigation
Following complaints from a female employee, Red Bull’s parent company is investigating Horner’s behavior. Horner was interviewed by an independent barrister as part of the probe to gather evidence of unspecified allegations. Despite the ongoing investigation, Horner continues in his position and recently participated in the shakedown and launch of Red Bull’s new RB20 car. F1 chiefs have urged Red Bull to prioritize concluding the investigation before the upcoming Bahrain race. Red Bull has initiated an internal investigation into the matter, with no official updates on its progress or potential actions yet announced. Helmut Marko, a Red Bull Racing consultant, expressed support for Red Bull taking its time to ensure a fair investigation process before making any decisions. Despite the distraction, Horner stated that team support remains strong and they are fully focused on the upcoming season and races. The team’s unity and focus on performance with the RB20 car are paramount amidst the ongoing investigation.
