The 2024 F1 season has not been easy for Red Bull. Max Verstappen had a difficult time even though he ended up being crowned world champion. Christian Horner was the subject of a real scandal at the start of the year. The boss of the Austrian team was accused of inappropriate behavior towards his assistant, and has also spoken out on the subject.
Red Bull will have experienced a rather special 2024 season in F1. Max Verstappen was crowned world champion for the fourth time in a row, but he experienced a big slump in the middle of the year. Christian Hornerhe was at the heart of a real scandal. The boss of Red Bull was accused of inappropriate behavior by his assistant inside and outside the workplace. Ultimately, no charges were brought against the 51-year-old director. Christian Horner also admits to having been touched by the support that Red Bull showed him during the affair.
“I never felt like I had to leave”
« In difficult times and when stones are thrown at you, it really galvanizes a team. I think there was an element of 'Fuck you' from the team this year. Our people were saying, 'We're a strong team, whatever you throw at us, go for it.' I never felt like I had to leave. I believed in myself » first explained the director of Red Bull in comments reported by NextGen-Auto.
“I received enormous support and support”
« I believed in the process. I trusted the process that was scrupulously followed by the company and I simply had to trust them. I have received enormous support and backing from shareholders and from within the company. The support the team gave me and the welcome they gave me, I will never forget it » then added Christian Horner.