POTENTIAL CONFLICT AT RED BULL AVOIDED FOR NOW
A potential conflict within the Red Bull organization seems to have been avoided, at least for now, after a month of scrutiny directed at Horner due to a scandal involving inappropriate text messages with a colleague. This led to an investigation into his alleged misconduct, resulting in a constant stream of headlines. In addition to his role as the head of the RBR F1 team, Horner is married to former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, which fueled the fire for the British media that likes to highlight celebrity actions but is also quick to criticize them when they make mistakes. Despite the controversy, the Horners publicly displayed affection in the F1 paddock in Jeddah, apparently unfazed by the storm brewing above them.
The British media, however, continues to kick Horner while he’s down, emphasizing his possible downfall. Nevertheless, he remains in his position as team principal, despite a group of people, possibly influenced by Jos Verstappen, openly expressing that Horner is the root of the problem at Red Bull and should be removed. Emergency meetings between senior Red Bull officials during and after the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend helped calm the situation. However, the appeal made by the aggrieved woman is expected to bring the whole saga back into the spotlight.
In the midst of the scandal involving Red Bull and its embattled leader Horner, Wolff couldn’t resist taking a jab at the situation. In an interview with OE24, he commented: “From an external perspective, we are witnessing a lot of drama. However, a situation like this is not beneficial for a team like Red Bull.”
In response to the developments surrounding the Horner case, the head of Mercedes expressed his lack of surprise. He emphasized that we live in a transparent world where not talking about something only fuels curiosity, leading to more questions, stories, and speculations. Wolff also highlighted the importance of focusing on the underlying issue – why a woman who felt uncomfortable went to the human resources department – something that has been widely ignored. Furthermore, he noted that the information strategy employed by the parties involved seems confusing from an external perspective.
The recent turbulence at Red Bull has revealed a hidden division within the team that caught many off guard. Verstappen’s father played a central role in the accusations against Horner, sparking wild speculations about the future of his son, Max. It is not only the position of the three-time F1 world champion with the team that is at risk; the actions of Adrian Newey, the renowned designer, and the overall future of the team are also uncertain. Reports suggest that Horner may be removed as head of RBR before the start of the Australian Grand Prix.
When asked about the future of Red Bull, Wolff responded enigmatically, hinting at exciting scenarios if Horner remains in his position. However, he made it clear that his knowledge of internal events at Red Bull is limited to what he reads in the media.
Meanwhile, as Wolff dismisses his competitors, it is worth noting that Red Bull currently leads the 2021 Formula 1 World Championship with 87 points, more than tripling the points accumulated by Mercedes (26 points). This serves as a reminder that karma can be relentless.
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The football star, Cristiano Ronaldo, is back at Manchester United. The news was confirmed today by the club, which announced the signing of the Portuguese player. Ronaldo, 36, has signed a two-year contract with United, returning to the club where he won several titles before moving to Real Madrid in 2009.
Ronaldo’s signing is a major boost for Manchester United, which is looking to regain lost glory in recent years. With his unmatched experience and skills, Ronaldo will certainly bring a new energy to the team. United fans are thrilled about the return of their idol and hope he can lead the club back to the top.
Ronaldo also expressed his excitement about returning to Manchester United. In an interview, he said, “I am very happy to be back home. I have so many incredible memories of this club and I can’t wait to create new memories with my teammates and the fans.” The player also thanked the club and the fans for their support and promised to give his best on the field.
Ronaldo’s transfer to Manchester United was a surprise to many, as there were rumors that he could join Manchester City. However, the player chose to return to United, where he is considered a legend. His signing will surely increase the competition between the Manchester clubs and promises an exciting football season.
With Cristiano Ronaldo’s arrival, Manchester United hopes to strengthen its team and compete for major titles. The signing of the Portuguese star is a clear sign of the club’s ambition and determination to return to the top of English and European football. United fans are eager to see Ronaldo in action again and believe he can make a difference on the field.
With the signing of Ronaldo, Manchester United will certainly attract even more attention from the media and fans around the world. The player’s return to the club where he became a global star is an inspiring success story. Now, we just have to wait and see how Ronaldo will adapt to his new challenge and if he will be able to help Manchester United achieve its goals.
