F1 Insider Details Horner and Jos Verstappen Dispute Before Red Bull Departure
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Former Formula One driver Ralf Schumacher has alleged that a heated argument took place between Max Verstappen's father, Jos Verstappen, and former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner during the British Grand Prix weekend, ahead of Horner's Red Bull exit.
Schumacher claimed that he personally saw what looked like a debate between the two personalities. Just two days after the race at Silverstone, Red Bull announced the exit of Horner on Wednesday with immediate effect. Racing Bulls team principal Laurent Mekies has replaced him.
Horner and Jos's differences go back to the 2024 season opener in Bahrain, when Horner was accused of inappropriate behavior by a female colleague. Despite Max winning the race in Sakhir, Jos and Horner were reportedly involved in a heated exchange. The accusation followed an internal investigation by Red Bull.
Eventually, Horner was cleared of any wrongdoing, but reports of an internal power struggle at Red Bull appeared, involving Horner and the team's senior advisor, Helmut Marko.
Oracle Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner talks with Jos Verstappen in the Paddock prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on February 29, 2024 in...
Oracle Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner talks with Jos Verstappen in the Paddock prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on February 29, 2024 in Bahrain, Bahrain. MoreSchumacher claims that the differences between Horner and Jos were never resolved completely. Speaking on the Boxengasse-podcast, as quoted and translated by The Sun, he said:
"There was another argument or a heated exchange, at least visually and verbally between Jos Verstappen, Christian Horner and the press officer.
"You could see that Jos was anything but happy with the situation."
Schumacher then addressed Horner. He said:
"But I understand it too. For me, Christian Horner is also a bit of a difficult person.
"I have to say that. He just failed to keep the team together well, which is not always easy, of course.
"But I also think his behaviour now, I can only refer to myself, but he can't really deal with criticism."
The former driver added that Horner doesn't talk to him or Sky Sports Germany. He said:
"We are, or I am, now, on a so-called black list, so he no longer talks to us or with me and such.
"It's actually a joke, because a man who has won so much should actually be able to discuss it in front of the camera."
Red Bull has not revealed the reason for Horner's ousting. Red Bull managing director Oliver Mintzlaff issued a statement announcing Horner's departure. It read:
"We would like to thank Christian Horner for his exceptional work over the last 20 years.
"With his tireless commitment, experience, expertise and innovative thinking, he has been instrumental in establishing Red Bull Racing as one of the most successful and attractive teams in Formula 1.
"Thank you for everything, Christian, and you will forever remain an important part of our team history."
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