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Christian Horner has shed light on a succession plan in place at Red Bull for when Adrian Newey decided to leave.
Christian Horner disclosed that Red Bull had a contingency plan prepared for when Adrian Newey decided to depart, minimizing the impact of his resignation. Newey’s announcement of leaving Red Bull, where he had been an essential figure for nearly two decades, raised speculations about internal team politics and a possible power struggle. Horner confirmed the existing structure at the F1 team to handle Newey’s departure smoothly, ensuring continuity and stability. Despite Newey’s imminent exit in early 2025, the team is well-prepared to carry forward with the strong engineering depth and talent in place. Newey, considered one of the greatest F1 engineers, may potentially join Ferrari after discussions about returning to Williams or a move to Aston Martin. Horner emphasized that Red Bull has been ready for this transition since 2014, ensuring a robust technical team for the future.
