Red Bull Racing are commissioning an independent investigation into team boss Christian Horner after allegations of inappropriate behaviour have been reported. The team confirmed this to De Telegraaf.

According to the Dutch newspaper, Horner is accused of unacceptable behaviour, especially towards one particular Red Bull Racing team member. Red Bull boss Oliver Mintzlaff is reportedly aware of the stories surrounding Horner and is taking them very seriously.

Red Bull respond briefly

A Red Bull spokesperson told De Telegraaf: “After being made aware of certain recent allegations, the company launched an independent investigation. This process, which is already underway, is being carried out by an external specialist barrister. The company takes these matters extremely seriously, and the investigation will be completed as soon as practically possible. It would not be appropriate to comment further at this time.”

Horner responds to allegations: This is what he has to say

A bombshell hit Formula 1: Christian Horner has been accused of inappropriate behaviour. An independent investigation into the allegations is now under way at the request of his team Red Bull Racing. Meanwhile, the team boss of Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez has responded.

The website F1-Insider.com reports having informed Red Bull Racing of the stories regarding Horner’s (possible) inappropriate behaviour. In response, the Austrian team have launched an investigation. Horner has since told De Telegraaf: “I completely deny these allegations.

Horner has been very successful with Red Bull Racing

Horner has been Red Bull Racing’s team boss from day one and is now the longest-serving Team Principal in Formula 1. With Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen driving for his team, he won the constructors’ title six times and the drivers’ title seven times.

Most recently, Horner was knighted Commander of the British Empire by King Charles. He is married to former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell.