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Following confirmation earlier this year that Adrian Newey will step away from Red Bull next year, the summer break saw the announcement of another key Red Bull figure’s exit.
Max Verstappen has expressed that he is not bothered by Jonathan Wheatley’s departure from Red Bull Racing, as Wheatley will be moving to the Audi F1 team in 2026 to take on the team principal position after playing a crucial role in Red Bull’s success. Verstappen mentioned that he has a strong relationship with Wheatley and understands that it’s a new opportunity and challenge for him. Despite Wheatley’s departure, Verstappen believes the team will be able to move forward and fill in his roles. He also mentioned that there are no hard feelings towards Wheatley for his decision to leave Red Bull. Wheatley was seen as a potential successor to Christian Horner at Red Bull and has been instrumental in the team’s achievements over the years. Verstappen expressed happiness for Wheatley’s new opportunity and the team’s appreciation for his contributions.
