The former Williams driver suggested that Horner’s once-celebrated leadership style may no longer be having the same unifying effect on the team, as well as suggesting that the internal investigation into alleged inappropriate behaviour at the start of the year may have rocked the boat.

Red Bull team principal reveals when they made their first mistake with the car that has led to their recent struggles in 2024.

McLaren lead the championship by just 20 points. Yet, the gap is clearly wide enough to strike fear into the heart of Horner, with the 50-year-old making a last-ditch attempt to turn the McLaren garage against each other once again following the recent 'papaya rules' debacle.