Christian Horner accused of putting ‘PR spin’ on F1 scandal with Mother’s Day tribute

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy F1 boss Christian Horner is facing fresh backlash after he posted a Mother’s Day tribute to his wife, former Spice Girls star Geri Halliwell. “Christian I’ve always been a huge fan of yours and of F1 but trying to brush all of this under the carpet with PR posts really isn’t the right approach to take,” wrote one user. Some focused their energies on Halliwell’s support of Horner, remarking: “1996 Ginger Spice would have showed you the door.” The Independent has contacted Horner’s representative for comment. “I’m married and have three children, and when that intrusion involves your children, and your marriage - and I’m very thankful I have a beautiful family and a very supportive wife.” At the end of a highly-charged press conference, he added: “The intrusion on my family is enough.” Follow the latest updates on the Horner scandal here.