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Ford has clarified that its commitment to partnering with Red Bull come 2026 has remained “unchanged” despite the news that design guru Adrian Newey will depart. Red Bull announced last week that Newey had communicated his desire to leave the squad that he has helped guide to seven Drivers’ and six Constructors’ title wins. It […]
Red Bull recently announced that Adrian Newey expressed his intention to leave the team, despite his instrumental role in their seven Drivers’ championships and six Constructors’ titles. Speculation arose that Newey’s decision was influenced by his strained relationship with team principal Christian Horner, an assertion that has since been denied. Ford raised concerns about Red Bull’s lack of transparency before Newey’s departure was made public, expressing frustration. Ford is set to collaborate with Red Bull’s Powertrains division on new engine regulations in 2026, providing technical and financial support. Despite Newey’s impending exit, Ford’s Motorsports Director, Mark Rushbrook, affirmed that their partnership with Red Bull will not be affected and they remain focused on the 2026 power unit programme. Both Horner and Rushbrook indicated that Red Bull has long been planning for Newey’s departure and are optimistic about their future performance in Formula 1. Rushbrook emphasized the importance of continuity and succession planning, highlighting Red Bull as a strong partner for Ford’s return to F1.
