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Christian Horner holds a ‘terrifying’ amount of power at Red Bull according to an ex-Formula One driver.

An independent internal investigation cleared the 50-year-old of ‘coercive behaviour’ towards a female employee, though screenshots of a text conversations allegedly between the pair were leaked a day after via an anonymous email.

The employee was last week suspended from her role at Red Bull as a direct result of the investigation, with Mail Sport revealing that she had been told her evidence was ‘dishonest’. 

Red Bull meanwhile have publicly backed the under-fire team principal, with the company’s head of sport Oliver Mintzlaff insisting they are ‘happy’ with their management during the weekend of the recent Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Now ex-Formula One driver Christijan Albers, who raced in the sport from 2005 to 2007, has reportedly hit out at Horner to Dutch outlet De Telegraaf. 

Christian Horner wields a ‘terrifying’ amount of power at Red Bull according to an ex-F1 driver

Christijan Albers, who raced in F1 from 2005 to 2007, says Horner ‘still has this drive and envy to get that number one position and chop everyone’s head off’

Horner was cleared of coercive behaviour towards a female employee following an internal investigation

Albers said that it was ‘terrifying’ that Horner still holds so much power at Red Bull despite the recent allegations against him.

He added: ‘Because by the way it’s all being picked up and it’s just being waved away, then you make someone on the other side extra angry. I think a lot more will surface.

‘Then, still, [Horner has] this drive and envy to still be able to get that number one position and just chop everyone’s head off.’

Albers went on to downplay Horner’s record and credited adviser Helmut Marko for much of Red Bull’s success, adding: “If you start looking very realistically, which drivers did he put in the car and which drivers did Dr Marko put in the car?’

‘Looking at success. With all due respect, all success formulas come from Marko. So if you really start looking at who has a view on talent, there is absolutely no debate on that. That’s just Dr Marko, who has always made the right choices.’

Horner ahead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix said that it was time to ‘draw a line’ under the saga after he was cleared during the team’s internal investigation.

Red Bull have won three consecutive championships with Max Verstappen, and look likely to match the total of four straight that they accomplished with Sebastian Vettel from 2010 to 2013.

Verstappen has won the opening two races of the season, both times from team-mate Sergio Perez.

Horner’s wife Geri Halliwell has continued to show support to the beleaguered team principal

Red Bull and Max Verstappen continue to dominate on the track despite the team’s off-track dramas

Geri Halliwell and Christian Horner arrive together at Grand Prix

Horner’s future is not the only one that has been uncertain given Red Bull’s off-track dramas.

Helmut Marko revealed he won’t leave Red Bull despite his rift with Horner, after Verstappen threatened to quit the team if his mentor and the team’s motorsport advisor left.

Horner’s wife Geri Halliwell has continued to show her support to Horner, attending both of the opening races alongside the beleaguered team principal and was pictured kissing him at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

Toto Wolff has accused Red Bull of withholding information in the Christian Horner sex text scandal and slammed them for a ‘confusing’ communication strategy.

The Mercedes boss also revealed he was open to a move for Red Bull’s legendary chief technical officer Adrian Newey – after news emerged Horner could push him out.

Horner has been mired in a scandal following accusations of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ by a female employee ahead of the 2024 season, though an internal investigation cleared him.

Hundreds of messages allegedly from Horner – some sexual – were spilled to the media and F1 titans, but Red Bull have affirmed he will not be sacked after a shareholder meeting.

In response, Wolff told Osterreich: ‘From the outside, we’re treated to a lot of drama. But for a team like Red Bull, a situation like this isn’t great.

Toto Wolff (pictured) has slammed Red Bull for potentially withholding information about the Christian Horner scandal

Wolff also revealed he was open to a move for Red Bull chief technical officer Adrian Newey

‘Not saying everything only makes it more interesting, leading to more questions, more stories, more speculation.

‘But there is a real story in the background, and it’s the most important one – why did a woman who felt uncomfortable go to HR? Why hasn’t anything talked about this yet?

‘There’s also an information strategy that looks a bit confusing from the outside. Generally, I think the Austrians are professional while in England they try to keep everything small, but that’s no longer possible these days.’

Despite being cleared of allegations by Red Bull, Horner’s future was thrown back into serious jeopardy after what appeared to be intimate WhatsApp exchanges with a female colleague were sent to Formula One’s most influential figures.

The bombshell email contained 79 documents, including hundreds of messages, many of them of a sexual nature.

The anonymous sender copied in leading people in the sport, such as FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali, as well as accredited media gathered in Bahrain for the scandal-ridden opening race of the season.

Amidst the scandal, a rift has reportedly developed between Horner and Newey, the designer who has helped Red Bull win 13 titles since 2006. Horner could reportedly look to push him out of the F1 champions.

Horner refused to rule out a move for Newey, saying: ‘Everything is always possible in this crazy carousel. I wouldn’t rule anything out. But we have an excellent team of technicians with whom I feel comfortable, even if that is not reflected in the lap time at the moment.’

Horner has been enveloped in a sex text scandal after a female employee accused him of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ and messages – purportedly from him – were released

Horner (right) is reportedly looking to force Adrian Newey (left) out of Red Bull’s F1 team

That comes after his claim that he would ‘love’ to have Max Verstappen join the Silver Arrows. Sources have told Mail Sport’s Jonathan McEvoy that Verstappen could even leave Red Bull mid-season, given his and his father’s distaste for the outrage enveloping Horner.

Seeing Verstappen and Newey leave would be a monumental blow to Red Bull’s stable excellence, but at least they can probably count one ally sticking by them.

Last week, their future engine supplier from 2026, Ford, appeared to commit their future to the team by sponsoring the team’s F1 Academy programme.

Ford were previously very vocal, stating that they expect ‘high standards of behaviour and integrity,’ before falling silent on the Horner controversy.

Becoming the title sponsor for the Red Bull-backed Academy programme, an all-female racing series designed to support Formula 1, appears to show their commitment to the team.

Helmut Marko (left) played down claims that a rift could drive himself and Horner apart

The team’s future engine supplier, Ford, last week became the title sponsor of the Red Bull-backed F1 Academy programme

And Helmut Marko, Verstappen’s mentor, told De Telegraaf that the situation is more agreeable than reported – despite claims that there was an ‘open war’ between him and Horner.

He said: ‘A lot has become clearer.’

Asked if he can continue to work with Horner, he said: ‘We’ve been doing it for 19 years already, so why not?

‘However, there are still some issues that need to be resolved.’

An iconic moment from the Netflix Beckham documentary has been nominated for a TV BAFTA.

The series released last October saw David, 48, and Victoria, 49, give an intimate insight into their marriage and early romance, their family life, as well as charting David’s footballing career.

One particular moment went viral after its release – when Victoria said she was from a ‘working class’ family before David pointed out that her father in fact used to drive her to school in a Rolls-Royce.

The hilarious scene spawned a host of memes and became a talking point from the successful series.

Now it has been nominated in the P&O Cruises Memorable Moments category at the TV Baftas along with five other entries.

An iconic moment from last year’s Netflix Beckham documentary has been nominated for a TV BAFTA

One particular moment went viral was when Victoria said she was from a ‘working class’ family before David pointed out that her father in fact used to drive her to school in a Rolls-Royce

The moment will go up against the end of Happy Valley, Ncuti Gatwa‘s arrival in Doctor Who, Logan Roy’s death in Succession, teen Lucy’s performance on Channel 4‘s The Piano and the story of Bill and Frank in zombie drama The Last of Us.

A TV insider told The Sun: ‘Posh and Becks’ documentary Beckham faces some stiff competition, but given how many viewers watched the show on Netflix it might just triumph on the back of people power.

‘And the fact that they are in such esteemed company among the incredible nominees shows just what a big impression it made.

‘There were some incredible TV moments during 2023, but the Beckhams can count on fans backing them in the voting. It’s the only category where the public get to have their say.’

After the success of the moment the pair featured in an Uber Eats ad where Victoria wore a T-shirt saying ‘My Dad Had a Rolls-Royce’ on it.

The P&O Cruises Memorable Moment Award honours the impact of television in the UK and its power to entertain, inform and bring the nation together.

The nominations were compiled by a carefully appointed and esteemed independent jury of influential TV critics, as well as former Love Island contestant  Amy Hart, with BAFTA’s Television Committee Chair, Hilary Rosen chairing the jury.

Voting will close on Tuesday April 9 and the winner will be announced at the BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises on Sunday May 12.

David points out Victoria’s father used to drive her in Rolls-Royce

The hilarious scene spawned a host of memes and became a talking point from the successful series

The series released last October saw David, 48, and Victoria, 49, give an intimate insight into their marriage and early romance, their family life, as well as charting David’s footballing career

In a segment talking about growing up Victoria said: ‘We both come from families that work very hard we’re very working class’.

Hearing the interview from another room David then poked his head round the corner and chipped in: ‘Be honest!’ before an agitated Victoria replied: ‘I am being honest!’

David then asked her: ‘What car did your dad drive you to school in?’

She then started to answer saying: ‘So my dad did…’ before her interrupted her saying: ‘It just needs one answer!’

Posh then retorted that it ‘wasn’t a simple answer’ before he asked her again what car it was.

She then said: ‘It depends but yes in the 80s my dad had a Rolls Royce!’ – before David retorted ‘thank you’ and then left.

It comes after earlier on Wednesday Victoria flashed her underwear in a sheer white dress as she posed for a racy Instagram snap with her crutches.

The fashion designer gave fans a sneak peek into her upcoming Spring/Summer clothing collection as she modelled a gorgeous see-through ensemble.

The mother-of-four has continued to stay active in the gym and at work despite breaking her foot last month due to a gym injury.

Flashing her toned legs and washboard abs, Victoria struck a pose for the sexy mirror selfie.

She captioned her post: ‘Spring Summer 24… (with a twist)’

The former Spice Girl isn’t letting her broken foot get in the way of her fitness as she has continued to get in her regular workouts.

Victoria has recently started to get a little frustrated with her foot brace as she expressed: ‘I’m bored of you now’.

Earlier this week, Victoria slipped into a black crop top and high-waisted leggings in the sizzling mirror selfie.

Victoria also shared the crucial routine she does in order to rest and recover – with a glass of red wine and red light therapy.

The post comes after David carried Victoria at her Paris Fashion Week last week when she struggled to walk on her crutches.

Former footballer David gushed that he was ‘so proud’ of Victoria after she failed to let her injury or protestors spoil her big night.

He wrote: ‘So proud of you for many reasons but this season threw a lot at you and again you just did what you do best. we love you @victoriabeckham’.

Victoria touched down in Paris on crutches as a result of a recent gym injury which saw her hurt her ankle.

Now it has been nominated in the ‘Memorable Moments’ category at the TV Baftas along with five other entries

Victoria Beckham strides confidently with crutches at her Paris show

However she didn’t let it stop her as she was supported by David and her children Brooklyn, 24, Cruz, 19, and Harper, 12.

In a jokey snap, David gave Victoria a piggy-back while holding a bottle of champagne as Victoria thanked him for his support, while making reference to her injury.

She wrote: ‘Always supporting me (literally) I love you so much x Kisses x’.

The family were also joined by Brooklyn’s wife Nicola Peltz, however the pair’s middle son Romeo, 21, was notable absent in the wake of his split from girlfriend Mia Regan.

Formula One teenage star Oliver Bearman will be walking on cloud nine this week after his historic debut at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

The 18-year-old was drafted in to take the place of Carlos Sainz at late notice ahead of Friday’s qualifying, before going on to finish seventh overall in Jeddah, scoring six points for his side.

It was a whirlwind 24 hours for the driver, who reportedly only found out he’d be taking Sainz’s place a few hours before qualifying.

But after the race, the Essex-born driver admitted the ‘stars had aligned’ after he became the youngest British driver in Formula One history.

‘It feels like such a quick progression in my career from driving in F4 a few years ago (in 2021). I only did my first F1 test a few months ago (in 2023) so to make my F1 debut in red is hopefully a sign of things to come,’ he said.

Oliver Bearman was drafted in to take the place of Carlos Sainz at late notice before going on to finish seventh at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur revealed what the 18-year-old’s season could look like

It was a whirlwind 24 hours for the driver, who reportedly only found out he’d be taking Sainz’s place a few hours before qualifying

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The 6ft 3in teenager showed maturity beyond his years throughout the race and looked hungry to challenge some of the circuit’s more established stars, notably finishing above seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton.

Bearman, who joined Ferrari’s driver academy at the age of 16, is considered among many within the sport as one of the next big talents rising through the ranks.

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And there’s no doubt many team bosses will be keeping tabs on him over the coming years, with reports emerging this week that he could secure himself a permanent spot in Formula One next season.

While Sainz is set to make way for Hamilton at Ferrari in 2025, there may be no seat for Bearman at the Prancing Horse just yet. But according to The Sun he may be a favourite to join their customer team Haas, with Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg out of contract at the end of the season.

Even so, Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has revealed what this season could look like for the reserve driver, with Bearman set to return to F2 for the upcoming Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, before starting FP1 sessions with Haas.

‘It’s a good signal for Ollie for sure, it’s an important milestone,’ Vasseur said, speaking on the 18-year-old’s debut in Jeddah.

‘In Melbourne and Imola he will be back on the F2 project. The most important challenge for Ollie will be this one. He will start soon the FP1 sessions with Haas, and this will be important also for us to give him experience and mileage in the car.’

It was a dream debut for the new F1 star who was seen embracing his father, David, afterwards

Bearman was watching on today as a seat fitting was carried out in the Ferrari garage in Jeddah

Bearman is set to return to F2 for the upcoming Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, before starting FP1 sessions with Haas

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Bearman has risen through the ranks quickly winning the Italian Formula Four championship and the ADAC Formula Four Championships in 2021, before stepping up to Formula Three in 2022. He’d go on to finish third that season, earning promotion to Formula Two in 2023 – placing sixth overall.

He had also participated in two FP1 sessions for Haas last year, but reportedly is set to compete in six this season, per ESPN.

‘For sure with this one [Jeddah] he has the result in the pocket already,’ Vasseur continued. ‘But you have to consider Jeddah is a step, not the final target. He did well this weekend, but he will have other challenges in front of him in the future with F2.

‘He will do a couple of FP1s with us and Haas during the season and all of you, including me, in six months time, we won’t speak any more about Jeddah, we’ll speak about Mexico, Brazil, and if he’s doing well or not.

‘Every single day will be a new challenge. But for sure, if he’s keeping the same approach as today, it will go well.’

Haas team principal, Ayao Komatsu admitted his delight that the emerging star will be driving in their FP1 sessions this season before lauding Bearman skills behind the wheel.

The Essex-born driver joined Ferrari’s academy at the age of 16 and is considered among many within Formula One as the next big talent rising through the ranks

He told Sky Sports on Saturday: ‘Last year when we ran him in FP1 sessions in Mexico and Abu Dhabi straight away it was obvious that he’s a total package, he’s so impressive.’

In a separate interview, the Japanese team boss added: ‘[Bearman] deserves a chance next year, I guess. [But] penalty aside, Kev’s done fantastic today. Nico delivered as well. So how can I sit here and say, ‘[Bearman is] our driver for next year’? Based on today’s performance, [it’s] Nico and Kevin.’

Bearman has earned plaudits from many around Formula One following his excellent performance in Jeddah, with Hamilton lumping praise on the young driver.

‘To be pulled out of your class and put straight into a Ferrari, he did such a phenomenal job. It has showed he is a really bright future star,’ the Mercedes driver said.

Fight promoters No Limit Boxing have been slammed by Aussie fans after offering fallen NRL star and Curtis Scott the chance to revive his sporting career in the ring after he was convicted of assaulting his ex-girlfriend.

On debut, Scott, 26, knocked out former Canberra Raiders teammate Joey Leilua in the second round of their bout on Wednesday night in Wollongong – and then called out ex-AFL enforcer Barry Hall.

The bout left many fans asking why Scott was handed an opportunity in a different sport given his conviction in 2022 for domestic violence against former partner Tay-Leiha Clark.

Fight promoters No Limit Boxing have been slammed by Aussie fans after offering fallen NRL star Curtis Scott (pictured) the chance to revive his sporting career in the ring

On debut, Scott (pictured left) knocked out former Canberra Raiders teammate Joey Leilua in the second round of their bout on Wednesday night in Wollongong

In 2022, Scott was convicted in a Sydney court after assaulting and threatening to kill his ex-girlfriend, star long jumper Tay-Leiha Clark (pictured)

One boxing fan was shocked to see Scott given a second chance ahead of his debut in the ring

Another felt the broadcast of the fight on pay per view TV was ‘promoting a known stalker and abuser’ in Curtis Scott

Both these sports fans were stunned to see Scott being promoted ahead of the bout

A spokesperson from No Limit Boxing told Daily Mail Australia on Thursday morning that they have no affiliation with Scott, insisting that he was merely a fighter on the undercard.

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The media representative also added that the organisation had ‘no interest in being part of a Curtis Scott redemption story’.

Fox Sports declined to comment when contacted by Daily Mail Australia.

Several commenters lashed out on the social media platform X when they saw the fight and the promotion that went along with it.

‘He was exiled due to committing domestic violence on his partner. But hey, let’s keep promoting him,’ one fan wrote.

‘Congrats on promoting a woman beater,’ said another bemused supporter.

A third weighed in with: ‘Is Fox NRL really trying to push the career of a domestic abuser?? 

Daily Mail Australia also reached out to Ms Clark for comment in relation to Scott’s latest sporting pursuit. 

In December last year, retired footy player Trent Merrin attempted to defend Scott on social media – and Clark didn’t mince her words when it came to replying.

‘After four years, never once has there been any personal accountability taken. This is not an opportunity for redemption, it’s ignorance,’ she posted in response.

‘It might be beneficial for Trent to consider this before publicly advocating for a man who has never even shown remorse towards his victim.’

Scott won a NRL premiership with Melbourne Storm in 2017 and was viewed as a potential State of Origin player for NSW, but his career was ruined by a string of off-field dramas.

Last month, Ms Clark called out Fox League for ‘endorsing’ Scott, who she labelled a ‘dangerous man’.

Clark (pictured) has previously lashed out at ex-NRL star Trent Merrin and Fox League for ‘endorsing’ and ‘advocating for’ Scott

In 2022, the Cronulla Sharks junior was sentenced to a 12-month community corrections order after being found guilty of three charges against his ex-girlfriend, athlete Tay-Leiha Clark: assault occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault and stalk or intimidate with the intention of causing fear or physical harm.

He was sacked by the Canberra Raiders before the assault charge – for a separate incident surrounding a nightclub altercation – although he was later cleared of any charges.

Scott is also in a legal battle with NSW Police over what he claims was an ‘unlawful’ arrest in Sydney in January of 2020. 

Victoria Beckham looked in great spirits as she enjoyed a night out with her girlfriends in Miami on Monday.

The former Spice Girls singer, 49, took to her Instagram Story as she shared a snap with a group of pals enjoying dinner and drinks as they let their hair down on a girls’ night out in the Florida city.

The mother-of-four and her friends were also joined by Harper, 12, with the youngest of the Beckham brood attending the fun evening.

Victoria looked stylish in a black denim jacket as she sat beside her daughter and model Isabel Grutman.

She was also joined by pals Sarah Blundell, Jasmine Hollowday and Mariel.

Victoria Beckham, 49, enjoyed a girls’ night out with daughter Harper, 12, and her pals Mariel, Sarah Blundell, Jasmine Hollowday and Isabel Grutman (L-R) in Miami on Monday

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Victoria captioned the post: ‘Girls night out! Kisses from Miami!!!’ (sic)

It seems the fashionista is including Harper in her social occasions more frequently after the 12-year-old also attended a Vogue event with her mother.

The pair enjoyed some quality time together as they joined the women at Vogue magazine for a lunch and talk last week.

Victoria looked sensational for the event as she donned a chic white suit from her upcoming Spring/Summer collection.

Pairing the suit with a simple black leather belt, she and Harper perfectly complemented each other, as her daughter donned an all black floor-length dress.

The youngest of the Beckham brood smiled in the snap with her mum, while Victoria also shared it on her story with the caption: ‘Love u so much #Harper Seven!!!’

She captioned her main post: ‘Special day with #HarperSeven and the #Vogue100 ladies @TheWebster!! Thank you @VogueMagazine, my friends and @lhd!! Kisses from Miami xx

‘I’m wearing my #VBSS24 white suit, coming soon to VictoriaBeckham.com and 36 Dover Street!!’

It seems the fashionista is including Harper in her social occasions more frequently after the 12-year-old also attended a Vogue event together last week (pictured)

The former Spice Girls singer looked sensational as she donned a chic white suit for the event from her Spring Summer collection launching next year

Victoria and husband David have been busy lately after four sixths of the Beckham clan joined former President Barack Obama at a charity event last week.

The couple took their youngest children Cruz, 18, and Harper to meet Obama while throwing their support behind his charity, The Obama Foundation, where they shared sweet snaps from the meeting.

The couple posed for the images alongside the former POTUS alongside gushing captions lauding him for his work with the charity.

David took to Instagram to pen: ‘I was Honoured to spend time with @BarackObama in support of the incredible work the @ObamaFoundation is doing to empower the next generation of leaders around the world…

‘A towering example of grace and humility, it was so inspiring to hear about the innovative projects that are changing young lives and improving communities…

‘Thank you Mr President it was a privilege to hear you speak with such passion and conviction.’

Victoria added: ‘Such an honour to welcome and host @barackobama in support of the incredible work the @obamafoundation is doing to empower the next generation of leaders around the world…

‘Thank you for all that you do to change young lives and improve communities. Thank you Mr President.@Davidbeckham’.

Showbiz royalty met with political royalty on Thursday, when four sixths of the Beckham clan joined former President Barack Obama at a charity event

Lewis Hamilton believes a switch to Mercedes ‘wouldn’t make sense’ for Max Verstappen but conceded ‘anything is possible’ in Formula One.

The Dutchman has won the last three world titles with Red Bull but his future is in question after his father Jos told Mail Sport that the title-winning team would ‘explode’ unless Christian Horner stands down as boss.

The 50-year-old was exonerated of charges of ‘coercive behaviour’ towards a female colleague last week, before a leaked email produced evidence purporting to show Horner sending suggestive WhatsApp messages to his colleague.

Verstappen Snr and Horner were involved in a heated argument with Horner in Red Bull’s hospitality area in Bahrain last week.

The former also held talks – and a dinner – with Mercedes boss Toto Wolff during the opening weekend of the season, fuelling speculation his son would consider a move elsewhere if the situation at Red Bull didn’t clear up.

Max Verstappen has been linked with a shock move to Mercedes following a tumultuous couple of weeks at Red Bull

Lewis Hamilton believes his rival moving to Mercedes would not make sense

Jos Verstappen (right) claimed Red Bull will ‘explode’ if Christian Horner remains at the team

Horner: ‘We need to move forward, time now to focus on Formula One’

With Hamilton set to join Ferrari, a vacancy will be available at Mercedes next season.

But while the Briton was not surprised by rumours linking Verstappen to his seat, he suggested the move would not make sense for his rival.

‘I wouldn’t say I am surprised that he is being considered. He is a great driver,’ Hamilton told reporters in Saudi Arabia, where the second race of the season takes place in Jeddah.

‘And Max in that moment did what he had to do. It was nothing on him. It was the sport that let us down and that wasn’t his fault.

‘If I was in his position I would have done the same thing, so there are no issues there.

‘If you run a team you want the best driver and a driver that brings in the eyeballs and brings in the sponsorship and he is one of those.

‘I understand it but it wouldn’t make sense for him, but it will be interesting to see.’

Hamilton pulled off a shock move of his own last month, when he announced he would leave Mercedes to join Ferrari less than a year after denying talks with the Italian marque over a huge £40million deal.

The seven-time world champion said his split from the Silver Arrows showed nothing can ever be ruled out in Formula One.

‘I think my move has shown that anything is possible, and it’s going to be a really interesting next six months or so. I don’t have any extra scoop,’ he said.

Verstappen has stood by his dad, who suggested the three-time world champion may leave Red Bull if Horner remains in charge

Horner (here with his wife and former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell) fights for his future at Red Bull amid allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards a female member of staff

The Red Bull boss insisted it was business as usual as Verstappen won in Bahrain last week

‘I’m sure Max is on the list. But I’m pretty sure he’s tied up, and I also don’t see why he’d leave a car that is that good!’

Asked of the impact Verstappen Snr’s comments would have on Red Bull, Hamilton said: ‘He is not a part of the team, he is a parent. So that’s just an opinion but it’s definitely not helpful.

‘I think it is a very thin line to walk. […] I think Max is a grown man, he’s a champion and I’m sure he can make his own decisions.’

Tyson Fury has revealed how much his younger brother Tommy earned from his fight against KSI earlier this month – and claimed how much money he has in the bank.

The elder Fury is in action this weekend against Francis Ngannou, in a boxing bout that will be judged over the 10-point must scoring system.

The fight takes place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and will see the ‘Gypsy King’ step into the ring for the first time since knocking out Derek Chisora in December.

The bout comes just two weeks after Tommy, a 2019 Love Island runner-up, had his own professional bout, taking on KSI in the main event of the Misfits Prime Boxing card in Manchester.

Fury initially won the fight via majority decision, but the result was changed to a unanimous decision after it was found that one of the judges had miscalculated their final score.

The entire event, which was broadcast by DAZN, reportedly received 1.3 million PPV buys.

And speaking ahead of the Ngannou fight, Tyson has revealed that his brother earned a staggering $10 million from his fight against KSI.

He went on to tell combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani on The MMA Hour: “The fact that Tommy made $10m from the fight, he’s 24 years old, probably made $25-$26m (around £21m) out of his 10-fight career, it’s unbelievable. I’m very, very proud of where he’s come from.”

Tyson then recalled the difficulties that Tommy went through at the beginning of his boxing career and rise to fame on Love Island, and compared those to his current lifestyle and finances.

“In 2018, Tommy didn’t have $10 for a bus pass,” he explained. “Today, Tommy’s got a hell of a lot of money, millions of dollars in his account. So I’m very proud of him.

“He can buy what he wants. He’s got a $5m mansion, [Mercedes] G-Wagon, Lambo’s, Rolex. The guy’s flying.”

Tommy also became a father in January of this year, when his fiancee Molly-Mae Hague gave birth to their daughter.

Molly-Mae was present during the 24-year-old’s fight against KSI – but later revealed she is considering banning herself from his future bouts.

Victoria Beckham shared an insight into her family’s festive getaway, after the world’s most famous clan jetted to Bahamas for Christmas.

On Thursday, the pop star turned fashion designer, 49, took to Instagram to share a stunning video showing a montage of the group’s family antics.

Joined by her husband David, 48, their kids Brooklyn, 24, Cruz, 18, Harper, 12, and Brooklyn’s wife Nicola Peltz, 28, Victoria was having the time of her life.

Notably absent was their son Romeo, 21, who Victoria mentioned in her caption, in which she penned: ‘Fun in the Bahamas!! We miss you so much @romeobeckham x love you soooo much’, while tagging the rest of the guests.

The holiday boasted all the lavish trimmings expected of a patriarch worth £372million, with the group living it up on a yacht, zipping around the island on a buggy, drinking from personalised cups and dancing on the beach.

Victoria Beckham shared an insight into her family’s festive getaway, after the world’s most famous clan jetted to Bahamas for Christmas

On Thursday, the pop star turned fashion designer, 49, took to Instagram to share a stunning video showing a montage of the group’s family antics

The family drank out of personalised beakers

With his status as an aspiring chef, Brooklyn took to the grill where he was seen cooking up delicious slabs of steak for his famous family

During the buggy ride, Harper held her hand up to her mouth to expose her full set of acrylic nails complete with a French tip design

She also featured in the video while walking along the shore in a trendy bandana style top with shorts – showing she has adopted her mum’s legendary fashion sense

Nicola and Brooklyn put on a typically loved up display

David was at the wheel during the trip, with the sportsman driving his family around in a buggy while a plane flew overhead.

During the buggy ride, Harper held her hand up to her mouth to expose her full set of acrylic nails complete with a French tip design.

She also featured in the video while walking along the shore in a trendy bandana style top with shorts – showing she has adopted her mum’s legendary fashion sense.

Showing off his own legendary football skills, David was seen kicking a ball at the helm of the boat while Victoria sat behind the camera.

With his status as an aspiring chef, Brooklyn took to the grill where he was seen cooking up delicious slabs of steak for his famous family.

The family were hopping on to a boat and jumping into the water

David was at the wheel during the trip, with the sportsman driving his family around in a buggy while a plane flew overhead

The whole clan then made their way into the ocean, where they appeared to be swimming with creatures and used snorkels to get full visibility

Brooklyn and his brother Cruz were sitting on  the sand

He then ventured up a tree, seemingly in search of coconuts however fell dramatically at the end of the video

After Nicola and Brooklyn’s 2022 wedding, it was claimed that a ‘full-on cold war’ had erupted between the the star and Victoria, with insiders stating: ‘They can’t stand each other and don’t talk. The build-up to the wedding was horrendous’

Earlier in the week in the midst of their outing, Nicola and her sister-in-law Harper showed off their best pouts on Instagram

The whole clan then made their way into the ocean, where they appeared to be swimming with creatures and used snorkels to get full visibility.

Known for their loved-up displays, Brooklyn wrote his wife’s initials in the sand in a heart while they were also seen dancing together.

He then ventured up a tree, seemingly in search of coconuts however fell dramatically at the end of the video.

Earlier in the week in the midst of their outing, Nicola and her sister-in-law Harper showed off their best pouts on Instagram.

The actress is famously close to the pre-teen and they often pose together, with their friendship coming in the wake of Nicola’s now-resolved reported feud with Victoria.

After Nicola and Brooklyn’s 2022 wedding, it was claimed that a ‘full-on cold war’ had erupted between the duo, with insiders stating: ‘They can’t stand each other and don’t talk. The build-up to the wedding was horrendous.’

The pair never spoke out on the beef, however it seems resolution was in place as they are now frequently seen in each other’s company.

David showed his sons how it was done as they enjoyed a kickabout

Known for their loved-up displays, Brooklyn wrote his wife’s initials in the sand in a heart while they were also seen dancing together

Credits: IMAGO/ Michael Potts

While on-track success continues to elude Lewis Hamilton since 2021, his off-track exploits have had much better results. Known throughout the world for his initiatives, the 7-time world champion has recently become a recipient of a special award. Per an update from GQ Magazine on their official website, Hamilton has won GQ’s ‘F1 – Transcending Powerhouse’ award. Last year, GQ launched a new award series called ‘Global Creativity Awards.’

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Taking place for the second year in a row, the awards shall now honor Ferrari-bound Hamilton. Also on the list are Hunter Schafer (Hollywood Star), Danny McBride (Renaissance funnyman), Trent Reznor, and Atticus Ross (both Rock musicians turned Oscar-winning composers). American multimedia artist Lauren Halsey, Marni’s surrealistic creative director Francesco Risso, and ground-shaking Afrobeats innovator Asake also make the list of winners.

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All honorees will join GQ for their “big bash” on 11th April 2024. The evening will be hosted by Emmy-winning comedy ace JB Smoove. While more details are yet to follow, the theme of the night will be – ‘Big Ideas for a Better World.’ Hamilton has played a critical role in introducing such ideas, especially in motorsports.

Following the season-end photo of 2019, Hamilton noticed a lack of diversity in the paddock. It led to him taking action and breaking specific barriers to increase the recruitment of Black people within UK motorsports. After ten months of research, the Hamilton Commission came into existence. Hamilton also created the Mission 44 charity in 2021. It came into existence after the 2020 Black Lives Matter protest and aimed at improving diversity in global motorsports.

Lewis Hamilton to continue pushing for diversity with Ferrari

Hamilton’s initiatives are extremely close to him, and he continues to work hard on them. Moving to Ferrari in 2025, the Briton made it a priority for Ferrari to ensure he continues working on them. As such, he had clauses around his initiatives blanketed into the deal. Ferrari Chairman John Elkann committed to embarking on a joint investment fund with Exor to contribute a little over $270 million to Hamilton’s Mission 44. Given the investment, Hamilton’s total annual earnings with Ferrari shall sit around the $400 million mark.

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There is little surprise that Hamilton found the offer very lucrative. A report from GP Fans claimed Ferrari and Elkann were more than willing to join Hamilton’s initiatives. Elkann promises to embrace Hamilton’s initiatives and is excited to work on Hamilton’s mission. Meanwhile, the report also claims that the Maranello outfit was more keen on supporting Hamilton than Mercedes, which also played a role in the Briton opting to switch sides.