The woman who received sex texts from Red Bull team principal Christian Horner and accused him of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ says she feels ‘let down’ by the F1 team’s decision to clear him.
What Happened?
Red Bull announced last month that it was investigating Horner, 50, via an independent barrister over claims of wrongdoing from his personal assistant.
But her grievance was dismissed and just hours later embarrassing text messages of a sexual nature involving the pair were leaked – leading to her suspension for what Red Bull said was ‘dishonesty’.
What Was Said
A friend of the university graduate at the centre of the affair, said: ‘She is so disappointed with how it’s all gone, especially as she did everything by the book, EmmanuelsBlog gathered.
‘She raised her concerns in private and did everything right, but she feels very let down by the company.
‘They have suspended her when she followed the proper process diligently and correctly.
‘But for all that she was suspended from the job she loves and from a sport that she is highly regarded in.
‘The lack of support is noted and she’s just so disappointed with the treatment from her employer.
‘Look at what happened. She complained there was a supposedly transparent, independent investigation, Horner was cleared, and she was then suspended.’
The Friend Asks Some Questions
The friend added: ‘Questions need to be asked of the Red Bull investigation, transparency would bring confidence in what is happening to her.
‘Who at Red Bull was tasked with establishing the facts ? Who at Red Bull had access to all the confidential material that was used?
‘Who at Red Bull is making all these decisions and who at Red Bull is making efforts to establish the source of these leaks?
‘She just can’t get over the fact that she made a complaint and was suspended – all she wants is transparency in the process.’
The friend revealed the woman has been ‘inundated’ with offers to tell her story but has decided to remain tight lipped for the time being.
