F1 News: Red Bull Responds to Adrian Newey Exit Claims
Adrian Newey, the renowned technical mastermind contributing to Red Bull Racing’s success, is rumored to be considering a move to Ferrari. Red Bull has publicly responded, emphasizing their unawareness of Newey’s plans to join another team.
Red Bull Racing faces a potential shake-up with reports from Auto Motor und Sport and BBC Sport surfacing that their Chief Technical Officer, Adrian Newey, is contemplating a departure to rival team Ferrari. Known for his pivotal role in the team’s multiple championship successes, Newey’s potential exit could mark a significant shift in the Formula 1 landscape.
Red Bull Racing faces a potential shake-up with reports from Auto Motor und Sport and BBC Sport surfacing that their Chief Technical Officer, Adrian Newey, is contemplating a departure to rival team Ferrari. Known for his pivotal role in the team’s multiple championship successes, Newey’s potential exit could mark a significant shift in the Formula 1 landscape.
A Red Bull Racing spokesperson explained to GP Blog that Newey has a contract until the end of 2025 and stated that they are unaware of the Chief Technical Officer joining another team, which casts a layer of uncertainty about the veracity of the claims regarding Newey’s future. Despite this public stance, there are internal reports of Newey’s dissatisfaction, stemming from what some believe is a power struggle at Red Bull.
Newey’s career at Red Bull has been illustrious, having joined the team in its early stages and driving it to its first Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships from 2010 through 2013. His latest contributions have been crucial in adapting to the new ‘ground-effect’ car regulations, which considerably influenced the car designs to enhance aerodynamic performance.
The dynamics within Red Bull Racing might also be contributing to the rumors of Newey’s discontent. It is suggested that the relationship between him and team principal Christian Horner has grown colder.