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Adrian Newey’s departure from the Red Bull Formula 1 team was confirmed on Wednesday following months of speculation over his future.
Red Bull team principal, Christian Horner, praised Adrian Newey after confirming the engineer’s departure from the team. Newey, considered one of the greatest car architects in Formula 1 history, will step back from design duties in 2025, focusing on the RB17 hypercar project. With seven title-winning cars under his belt at Red Bull, the RB20 is poised for another championship victory this season with four out of five wins so far. Horner, who has collaborated with Newey for nearly two decades, acknowledged the 65-year-old’s immense contribution to the team. Newey’s legacy at Red Bull, starting in 2006 after successful stints at Williams and McLaren, is celebrated by Horner, who is “eternally grateful” for their partnership. The RB17 Track Car will stand as a lasting tribute to Newey’s legendary tenure at Red Bull.
