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Having built several championship-winning cars for Red Bull, Adrian Newey will soon end his 19-year association with the Milton Keynes-based team.
Two-time Formula 1 world champion Mika Hakkinen expressed concern about Red Bull’s future and Max Verstappen’s title chances if renowned designer Adrian Newey were to work for another team. Red Bull confirmed Newey’s departure in early 2025 as teams focus on the 2026 challengers under new technical regulations. Hakkinen highlighted the potential impact of Newey’s exit on the team’s stability and the possible departure of other key engineers. Verstappen denied that Newey’s decision would influence his future plans, but Hakkinen believes it could affect Red Bull’s standing in F1 and prompt Verstappen to consider other options. The departure of Newey, especially ahead of the 2026 season, could have significant implications on Red Bull’s performance and Verstappen’s career trajectory.
