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Red Bull’s F1 rivals facing 2027 wait if they want Newey
It was revealed on Thursday that Adrian Newey has privately expressed his desire to leave the Red Bull team based in Milton Keynes. Although Red Bull remains dominant in F1, Newey seems disillusioned with the fallout of a power struggle earlier in the year for control of the team, amidst uncertainty over Christian Horner’s future. Sources suggest that the situation is more complex than initially thought, with no formal communication about Newey leaving his position as chief technical officer. Speculation is rife that Newey’s potential departure could pave the way for a move to a rival team like Ferrari or Aston Martin, both vying to secure his design expertise. However, contractual obligations may complicate matters, as Newey is currently tied to Red Bull until the end of 2025, with potential non-compete clauses extending his availability to other teams. This intricate situation leaves open the possibility of Newey stepping away from F1 altogether in favor of pursuing other projects outside the realm of Formula 1.
