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Red Bull’s out-going long-serving chief technical officer has been heavily-linked with a move to Ferrari.
Adrian Newey has officially addressed the rumors connecting him with Ferrari following his announced departure from Red Bull. After 19 seasons with Red Bull, Newey is set to leave by the first quarter of 2025. Ferrari and Aston Martin have shown interest in Newey, who has an impressive track record of 217 race wins and 25 titles. While Williams is also a potential option, Ferrari seems to be the frontrunner for Newey’s services. Despite Lewis Hamilton’s interest in collaborating with Newey at Ferrari, Newey is currently taking a break and evaluating his next move. As he steps away from Formula 1, the uncertainty around his future was influenced by internal tensions following an investigation into Christian Horner. Newey expressed gratitude for his fortunate position and plans to enjoy life with his wife and dogs before potentially embarking on a new adventure.
