Accuser Returns to F1 Following Horner Sexual Harassment Claims

The woman who accused Christian Horner, former Red Bull Racing team principal, of sexual harassment and coercive behavior has returned to working in Formula One after being suspended in March 2024. Horner was twice cleared of the allegations following internal and independent investigations, but the scandal greatly affected his personal life and marriage. Despite surviving the scandal initially, Horner was dismissed by Red Bull in July 2025 without an official explanation, amid the team's ongoing performance struggles and management issues. The woman, whose identity remains confidential, joined a rival F1 team, while both she and her new employer have chosen not to comment on her return. The controversy intensified when WhatsApp messages allegedly involving Horner were leaked, which he described as speculative and anonymous. Meanwhile, star driver Max Verstappen confirmed he will remain with Red Bull through 2026, easing speculation about his potential move to Mercedes.