WATCH: ‘Hope they secretly go on summer break’ – Fans react as Christian Horner gropes Toto Wolff before the entire paddock and sprints away

Toto Wolff and Christian Horner were bitter rivals back in 2021.

WATCH: ‘Hope they secretly go on summer break’ – Fans react as Christian Horner gropes Toto Wolff before the entire paddock and sprints away

Toto Wolff (Left, Credits: Guardian) and Christian Horner (Right, credits: GP Fans)

Red Bull Racing has once again taken the checkered flag, securing their 12th victory of the season in a stunning performance at the Belgian Grand Prix. Max Verstappen over came a penalty and stormed the field to finish over 22 seconds ahead of his teammate Sergio Perez. The team has extended their margin over their nearest rivals, Mercedes, to a staggering 256 points. The aftermath of the eventful race brought forth a comical incident involving the two team principals, Toto Wolff and Christian Horner that sent Twitter frenzy.

Mercedes, on the other hand, had a relatively ordinary race in Belgium. Lewis Hamilton finished in fourth place, while his teammate George Russell secured sixth place. The team struggled to match the pace of their rivals, Ferrari, throughout the weekend. Despite this setback, they managed to finish ahead of the Aston Martin cars, securing their second spot in the championship standings, just ahead of the Silverstone-based outfit.

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The incident in question occurred during Toto Wolff‘s interview with Sky Germany, where he was discussing his team’s performance over the weekend. Red Bull’s Horner decided to add a touch of humour to the situation. Nonchalantly walking behind Wolff, he playfully groped the Austrian’s buttocks and swiftly dashed away, leaving both the interviewee and the viewers in stitches.

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In response to the playful gesture, Toto exclaimed, “That’s Harassment!” These two figures, were once locked in a thrilling and bitter battle with Verstappen and Hamilton with the title fight extending right down to the final race of the 2021 season. F1 will now have a four week hiatus following the Belgian GP.

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Fans label Christian Horner and Toto Wolff as an ‘old married couple’

Toto Wolff and Christian Horner
Toto Wolff and Christian Horner (Credits: Motorsport.com)

The video of this incident made its way to Twitter and the F1 Twitterati were amused to see once rivals now being so playful. Some fans called them a ‘married old couple’ while others drew parallels to the age-old romantic trope of being “enemies to lovers.” The incident proves as if the duo have buried the hatchet.

While the rivalry on the track may be intense, it’s heartening to see that off the track, these sporting titans can share a laugh and engage in some light-hearted fun. This latest incident serves as a testament to the spirit of sportsmanship and the bonds that can form among competitors. F1 will go into hibernation as the end of the Belgian GP marks the start of a long summer break for the next four weeks.

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