Red Bull made an announcement on Wednesday that Adrian Newey, a key member of their team, will be leaving early next year. He will finish his current projects and attend some races, but won’t be part of future developments. Although his contract was until 2025, he’ll leave sooner.
Newey might join another team after March next year. Teams like Aston Martin and Ferrari are interested in him. Ferrari’s boss had a private meeting with Newey to discuss a possible move.
The timing isn’t perfect for Newey to help with the new car rules in 2026, but his influence could still be significant. Some see this move as potentially hurting Red Bull, as it could help a rival team.
It’s similar to a past situation where McLaren’s decision helped a rival team win championships. Some think letting Newey go early could be a disaster for Red Bull, especially considering the recent internal struggles within the team.
There has been turmoil within Red Bull, including power struggles and complaints about behavior. Newey’s departure adds to the uncertainty. Some within the team worry about the future, especially regarding star driver Max Verstappen.
Verstappen’s father expressed concerns about the team falling apart. He believes key people should stay to maintain stability, which is now in question with Newey leaving. This could lead to renewed efforts to change leadership within Red Bull.
