Red Bull Racing's Chief Technical Officer, Adrian Newey, is set to depart from the team in the first quarter of 2025, as announced by the outfit on Wednesday. Newey, renowned as one of the greatest designers in Formula 1 history, has been instrumental in Red Bull's success since joining in 2006.
During his tenure, Newey's innovative car designs have led to seven F1 Drivers' and six Constructors' Championship titles, with a total of 118 victories and 101 poles. His contributions have been pivotal in Red Bull's transformation from a newcomer to a dominant force in the sport.
Prior to his time at Red Bull, the 65-year-old engineer had successful stints at Williams and McLaren, further solidifying his reputation as a design genius in Formula 1.
In a statement released by Red Bull, Newey expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to be part of the team's journey and highlighted his decision to seek new challenges. He is currently focused on the development of Red Bull's first hypercar, the RB17, and will dedicate his remaining time to that project.
Christian Horner, Red Bull Racing's Team Principal and CEO, commended Newey for his immense contributions that have led to 13 titles in 20 seasons. Horner credited Newey's exceptional ability to innovate and his relentless pursuit of excellence as key factors in the team's success.
On the track, driver Max Verstappen has been dominating the F1 scene, winning three consecutive World Championships since 2021. Verstappen's exceptional performance has been a highlight for Red Bull Racing, with the Dutchman securing a record-breaking 19 wins out of 22 races.
Despite the team's success on the track, Red Bull has faced challenges off-track, including allegations of inappropriate behavior against Horner. An independent investigation was launched following these accusations, which Horner has denied. The team's parent company, Red Bull GMBH, later cleared Horner of any wrongdoing.
As the season progresses, Red Bull continues to focus on their performance on the track while addressing internal matters to maintain a positive team environment.
