Christian Horner reportedly tried to buy Red Bull Racing behind the back of it’s Austrian owners and Helmut Marko

Red Bull is absolutely dominating the sport having taken first place in the drivers’ title in 2021 and then the constructors’ title in 2022 (and then 2023). However, the first reports of potential internal strife within the team surfaced already last year. With Christian Horner, the team principal reportedly attempting to assume an increasing amount of decision-making authority.

As reported by FormulaPassion.it, It appears that Christian Horner would have made the Yoovidhya family an offer in 2023 from financiers in the British region to acquire a Formula 1 team. But if the offer is there, then it will nullify the Austrian’s ownership of 49%. As Yoovidhya family owns 51% of the teams, but still does not take an interest in team ownership.

Toto Wolff the owner of Mercedes with a stake of 30% ownership in the team. Horner might thought of buying Red Bull which would him free from 8 million fees and have all the earned money in his pockets. Horner has bought Red Bull with a lot of success in Formula 1 in the past 3 years. By winning 2 constructor titles and 3 driver’s championships. But Horner will make his best efforts to get some stake in the team.

Christian Horner’s investigation should be a wake-up call for F1

Christian Horner, the team manager of Red Bull Racing, effectively controlled the headlines for Formula 1 during the Bahrain Grand Prix, the first round of the 2024 season. Although driver Max Verstappen led his team to a 1-2 finish. The real damage has been caused by the ongoing scandal surrounding claims that Horner behaved inappropriately toward a colleague.

Christian Horner’s chats were recently leaked from an unknown source. Although the source content has not been yet verified by Red Bull or Formula 1. Due to Christian Horner, there are rumors that Verstappen might leave Red Bull for Mercedes. Also, there are rumors that Horner might be buying a stake in Red Bull. But all the investigation has affected the image of Formula 1.

Formula 1 and FIA have not yet taken action in the Horner saga. And Red Bull investigation showcased that Horner that he has not committed anything. But FIA and Formula 1 confirmed in leaked messages showcasing a slow process in the investigation of Horner. Also, Horner’s silence on various matters showcases how everyone is silent on Horner’s drama.

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