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Welcome back to Prime Tire, where we’re looking at the renderings of a new Saudi Arabia circuit (scheduled for 2027), wondering whether they know it looks like a Mario Kart track. Can you even fit a Koopa Shell in a Formula One car? Has science solved this yet?
Anyway, qualifying and practice are wrapped up in Saudi Arabia – and so is a frantic week of off-track stories. It’s been a messy start to the season. I’m Patrick, and Luke Smith will be along shortly. Let’s dive in.
Horner: ‘Move on’ from the investigation story
We should briefly touch on the latest updates in the Christian Horner story:
- The Athletic confirmed on Thursday that Red Bull Racing has suspended with pay the female employee who made allegations of inappropriate behavior against team principal Christian Horner. The suspension is related to the findings of an outside investigation that led to the dismissal of a grievance against Horner.
- A spokesperson for Red Bull Racing said the team would not comment on employee matters. Horner declined to comment during a Thursday press conference for…
