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Design legend Adrian Newey’s exit from Red Bull’s Formula 1 team has been confirmed, with the key question of ‘when will he leave?’ answered, ‘what next?’ still among the unknowns
Design legend Adrian Newey will be leaving Red Bull’s Formula 1 team in the first quarter of 2025 after a nearly 20-year affiliation with the team, during which he amassed an impressive record including 25 titles with Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull. Rumors suggest he may move to a rival team like Ferrari or Aston Martin. Newey expressed gratitude for his time at Red Bull while also hinting at seeking new challenges. Even though he will step back from F1 design work, he will stay involved in the development of the RB17 hypercar until its completion at the end of 2024. The confirmation of his departure in early 2025 indicates an amicable arrangement that will allow him to explore new opportunities, potentially joining a team in time for the 2026 car project. Despite changes in Red Bull’s technical structure, Newey’s desire to continue designing in F1 may lead him to seek a role that allows him to maintain his influence in the sport.
