Today’s F1 News Delivered Faster Than a Pit Stop
Adrian Newey has allegedly turned down a significant offer to join Aston Martin, as suggested by F1 analyst Peter Windsor, who believes Newey is unlikely to leave Red Bull despite speculation. Newey's decision seems motivated more by his passion for racing than financial incentives, leading to speculation about potential moves to Mercedes or Ferrari as his contract with Red Bull ends in 2025. Meanwhile, Red Bull claims they are unaware of any plans for him to depart.
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Lando Norris believes that replicating Fernando Alonso's lengthy and successful Formula 1 career will be exceedingly rare, if not impossible. Alonso's recent contract extension with Aston Martin until 2026 solidifies his status as one of the sport's oldest competitors, with a record-breaking number of Grand Prix starts and milestones. Norris admires Alonso's dedication and achievements but remains uncertain about his own future longevity in F1.
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Former Ferrari engineer Ernest Knoors suggests that if Adrian Newey leaves Red Bull, it could trigger uncertainty among the team's staff, which could potentially prompt them to consider their own career moves. Drawing from his Ferrari experience, Knoors,warns that Newey's departure could disrupt team stability, leaving Christian Horner to retain talent and sustain competitiveness. Despite Red Bull's emphasis on teamwork, Knoors believes Newey's departure would challenge the team's stability and Horner's leadership.
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Adrian Newey, the most successful designer in the modern Formula One era, may be leaving Red Bull, and the news is causing a distraction for the team. Many in the paddock are speculating, but what's the reason behind this potential exit, and why might Newey be leaving his long-time employer?