Adrian Newey, the legendary designer behind Red Bull’s success in Formula 1, is set to depart from the team in the first quarter of 2025. This shocking announcement has sent ripples through the F1 world, with many speculating on the impact of Newey’s departure on the sport.
Newey, who is considered one of the greatest car designers in F1 history, has been instrumental in Red Bull’s dominance over the past decade. His departure will not only leave a void at Red Bull but also open up opportunities for other teams to lure him with offers to design their cars for the 2026 season.
Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft described Newey’s departure as “seismic” for the sport, highlighting the significance of his contributions to Red Bull’s success. With Newey’s departure, teams like Ferrari and Aston Martin are rumored to be vying for his services, with the potential for a partnership with seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari.
The news of Newey’s departure has also raised questions about the future of Red Bull’s current world champion, Max Verstappen. With allegations against team principal Christian Horner and the uncertainty surrounding Red Bull’s engine program for 2026, Verstappen’s future at the team remains in question.
As the F1 world prepares for the Miami Grand Prix this weekend, all eyes will be on Newey, Red Bull, and the potential shifts in the landscape of the sport. Stay tuned to Sky Sports F1 for live coverage of all the action from Miami.