Christian Horner and Jos Verstappen relationship 'damaged' before Red Bull allegations

Christian Horner looks glum on the pitwall as Jos Verstappen frowns — Photo: © IMAGO

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Horner and Jos Verstappen relationship 'damaged' before Red Bull allegations

The pair's personal relationship is said to have deteriorated

Originally written by Sam Cook. This version is a translation.

Thursday 8 February 2024 17:57

Reports have claimed that the relationship between Christian Horner and Jos Verstappen, father of Horner's star driver Max, has taken a hit.

Red Bull recently opened an investigation into accusations of inappropriate behaviour against Horner - accusations he denies - but it's understood that the issues with the older Verstappen are unrelated.

The Brit has been in charge of the Milton Keynes-based outfit since their inception into Formula 1 back in 2005 and has won seven drivers' championships and six constructors' titles with the team in that time.

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In 2023, Horner himself suggested that the team's dominant RB19 was the 'most successful car in F1 history', as star driver Max Verstappen broke multiple records on his way to a third consecutive title.

Verstappen shares a close relationship with his father Jos, who also raced in F1 for eight seasons between 1994-2003, claiming two podiums.