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Christian Horner erupts in fiery criticism over FIA’s controversial decision in Red Bull chaos

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
June 8, 2025
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Christian Horner erupts in fiery criticism over FIA’s controversial decision in Red Bull chaos

Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - May 25, 2025 Red Bull team principal Christian Horner before the race REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

F1 World Erupts as Red Bull Team Faces Backlash Over Controversial Decision-Making

The Formula 1 world is in chaos following a major fiasco involving Red Bull Racing and their team decisions during the Spanish Grand Prix. Team principal Christian Horner has lashed out at the FIA stewards and race director for their questionable calls that led to a series of controversial events on the track.

The drama unfolded when Max Verstappen was instructed by his team to give fourth place back to George Russell after an on-track altercation. However, it was later revealed that the Dutch driver did not need to do so, sparking confusion and frustration among the Red Bull camp.

Horner openly criticized the stewards’ decision-making process, calling for more transparency and clarity moving forward. He expressed his concerns, stating, “It’s very hard for the team subjectively to try and make that call because you’re going on historical precedence.”

The aftermath of Red Bull’s strategic blunder saw Verstappen seething with anger over the team’s choice to switch him to hard tires during a safety car restart. The move backfired as the tires offered little grip, hampering Verstappen’s ability to defend his position effectively.

Verstappen’s frustration peaked when he collided with Russell’s car in what seemed to be a deliberate act of retaliation. The controversial incident resulted in a 10-second time penalty, three penalty points, and a significant blow to Verstappen’s championship aspirations.

Red Bull’s motorsport advisor, Helmut Marko, revealed that Verstappen’s outburst led him to skip the post-race debrief with the team, highlighting the tense atmosphere within the Red Bull camp. The fallout from the Grand Prix has not only raised questions about Red Bull’s decision-making but has also cast a shadow over Verstappen’s title campaign.

As the F1 community reels from the fallout of the Red Bull fiasco, all eyes are on how the team will navigate the escalating tensions and salvage their reputation in the upcoming races.

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