The unfolding drama surrounding Christian Horner and the scandal dubbed “text-gate” is poised to captivate audiences well into the next year, thanks in part to Netflix’s behind-the-scenes documentation at the Bahrain Grand Prix.
As part of the filming for “Drive to Survive’s” seventh season, the series captured crucial moments involving Horner, the Red Bull boss, particularly as his wife, Geri, a former Spice Girl, rallied by his side amidst the public revelation of the controversial texts.
The anticipation for next year’s series is mounting, with insiders hinting at an explosive narrative that delves deep into how Horner, aged 50, and Geri, aged 51, navigated the tumultuous period.
An insider described the upcoming series as “TV gold,” underscoring the unparalleled drama and intrigue the scandal has injected into the forthcoming episodes.
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This sentiment is echoed in the broader expectation that the series will offer an intimate glimpse into the couple’s response to the allegations and the aftermath that ensued.
The scandal in question revolves around allegations of Horner sending inappropriate messages to a female colleague, which led to Geri confronting her husband as the scandal unfolded.
Although a Red Bull Racing investigation eventually cleared Horner of any misconduct, stating, “The investigation report is confidential and contains the private information of the parties and third parties who assisted in the investigation, and therefore we will not be commenting further out of respect for all concerned.
Red Bull will continue striving to meet the highest workplace standards,” the incident has not faded from public or media scrutiny.
Horner has remained steadfast in his denial of the allegations, emphasizing his cooperation with the independent investigation, which he described as “thorough and fair,” conducted by an independent specialist barrister, and which ultimately dismissed the complaint.
“I will not comment on anonymous speculation, but to reiterate I have always denied the allegations.
“I respected the integrity of the independent investigation and fully cooperated with it every step of the way.
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It was a thorough and fair investigation conducted by an independent specialist barrister, and it has concluded dismissing the complaint made. I remain fully focused on the start of the season,” Horner stated.
As “Drive to Survive” prides itself on granting viewers a rare look into the lives and challenges of Formula 1’s elite, the inclusion of Horner’s saga promises to add a new layer of depth to its narrative.
Netflix’s response to the unfolding story remains awaited, highlighting the series’ continued appeal and its ability to bring unprecedented access to the personal and professional lives within the high-octane world of Formula 1.