Christian Horner updates — F1 speaks out following ‘inappropriate behaviour’ claims as Red Bull probe continues

RED Bull boss Christian Horner is facing allegations of “inappropriate behaviour” towards a female member of staff.

Horner, 50, is now under investigation by Red Bull.

F1 has broken its silence in a statement that reads: “We hope that the matter will be clarified at the earliest opportunity after a fair and thorough process.

“We have noted Red Bull has instigated an independent investigation into internal allegations at Red Bull Racing. We will not comment further at this time.”

It comes as Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf, claimed to have seen ­messages at the heart of the probe, alleging that they were “sexually orientated” and that lawyers tried to settle the case with payment.

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