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The Red Bull Team Principal and CEO was cleared by an internal investigation by Red Bull GmbH.
James Vowles believes in the importance of “trust” in the Red Bull investigation that cleared Christian Horner of inappropriate behavior. After a thorough investigation by Red Bull GmbH, Horner was officially cleared of the accusations made by a female staff member. Horner consistently denied the allegations, while the FIA, F1, and Red Bull’s 2026 engine partner Ford called for a swift resolution to the case. Throughout the investigation, Horner continued with his responsibilities, and the complainant has the option to appeal Red Bull Racing’s parent company’s verdict. Vowles, the Williams boss, emphasized the need for a robust process in handling such matters within their own team. He expressed trust in Red Bull’s process, and highlighted the importance of inclusivity, openness, and transparency in the sport. Vowles called for faith and trust in all organizations within the sport to uphold these standards.