Sebastian Vettel discusses relationship with Christian Horner and future of Max Verstappen at Red Bull

Sebastian Vettel, the four-time Formula 1 world champion, has opened up about his relationship with former team principal Christian Horner amidst allegations of inappropriate behavior. Vettel, who raced for Red Bull from 2009 to 2014 under Horner’s leadership, revealed that he is still in contact with the 50-year-old but remains uncertain about the truth behind the accusations.

In a recent interview, Vettel expressed his admiration for the Red Bull team’s performance in the current season, despite the controversy surrounding Horner. He congratulated Horner and the team on their success in the first two races of the season, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the sporting achievements.

The German driver also touched upon the future of current Red Bull driver Max Verstappen, hinting at the possibility of the world champion leaving the team. Verstappen had previously defended his father’s comments about the impact of the Horner controversy on the team, dismissing rumors of a potential move to Mercedes.

Vettel highlighted the importance of Formula 1’s efforts to develop sustainable synthetic fuel, set to be introduced in 2026 as part of the sport’s goal to become net-zero carbon by 2030. He praised the initiative but noted that the technology has been available for a long time, emphasizing the necessity of transitioning away from fossil fuels.

As the F1 season unfolds, Vettel’s insights into the sport’s developments and his perspective on the controversies surrounding Red Bull provide a unique glimpse into the inner workings of the racing world. With uncertainty looming over the future of key figures in the sport, fans can expect more twists and turns both on and off the track.