Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner Cleared of Misconduct in Appeal Ruling
- Christian Horner, the principal of Red Bull Racing, faced allegations of controlling behavior from a female staff member.
- Despite denying the accusations, his appeal regarding the investigation has been dismissed.
- This outcome adds to the scrutiny surrounding his leadership at the Formula 1 team.
The appeal against Red Bull team principal Christian Horner, who was previously cleared of misconduct, has been rejected. The investigation, conducted by Red Bull GmbH, found no wrongdoing on Horner's part prior to the season-opening race in Bahrain in March. The complainant, who was suspended with pay, subsequently filed a formal appeal against the decision. On Thursday, Red Bull announced that the appeal, reviewed by an independent King's Counsel (KC), was dismissed, concluding the internal investigation process. The company stated that all stages of the appeal had been completed, affirming that the original grievance was not upheld. Red Bull emphasized its commitment to maintaining high workplace standards throughout the process. In a statement, Red Bull GmbH confirmed that the complaint against Horner was thoroughly investigated and handled through the company's grievance procedure. Following the initial dismissal of the grievance on February 28, the situation escalated when messages and images allegedly exchanged between Horner and the complainant were leaked within 24 hours. The conclusion of the appeal marks a significant moment for Red Bull Racing as it seeks to move forward from the controversy surrounding its team principal. The company remains focused on its operations and upholding a professional environment for all employees.