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The FIA President has addressed the ongoing situation around Red Bull boss Christian Horner.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem stated that the ongoing controversy surrounding Christian Horner is damaging for Formula 1. A grievance against Horner, related to alleged inappropriate behavior, was dismissed by Red Bull GmbH after a complaint from a female staff member. However, leaked WhatsApp messages and images between Horner and the staff member have sparked further scrutiny, with forensic inspection ongoing to determine their authenticity. Despite the distraction, Red Bull driver Max Verstappen praised Horner’s commitment to the team’s performance, emphasizing their focus on racing. Ben Sulayem expressed concern over the negativity overshadowing the beginning of the F1 season and urged to enjoy the competition. The situation has drawn attention away from the races, with stakeholders emphasizing the need to uphold the sport’s integrity and focus on the racing itself.
