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Why Verstappen sees an opportunity for Red Bull in Newey's departure
Adrian Newey may be leaving for another team in Formula 1. It has been reported that he may join either Ferrari or Aston Martin. In the past, we have often seen important team members take their associates with them to other teams. Will the same happen with Newey? Max Verstappen tries to answer that question.
Sainz on hold: This is what he says about his 'stalled' deal with Audi
Spanish media knew that Carlos Sainz had decided not to respond to Audi's advances. Sainz, who has to leave Ferrari after this season, would reportedly prefer to wait and see if there might be a place for him at Red Bull Racing or Mercedes. Although nothing is yet to be confirmed about the Spaniard's future, he is yet to entirely rule out a move to Audi.
Hamilton on former physio Angela Cullen 'She's a healer'
From 2016 to early 2023, Angela Cullen was Lewis Hamilton's physio. The New Zealander made a huge difference to the performance of the Brit, helping train him to four successive drivers titles between 2017 and 2020. During their time together, the pair became extremely close friends, with the seven-time world champion often citing the impact that Cullen had on his success in F1.
Will Red Bull get weaker? Ferrari duo reacts to Newey leaving the team
Adrian Newey is quitting his job at Red Bull Racing with immediate effect, and will not be a key player in developing Red Bull's next challenger. Ferrari is Red Bull's biggest rival this year, and the current RB20 won't be made worse by Newey's departure. Will it, however, make the team weaker going forward? This is what Sainz and Leclerc think.
Bottas 'a bit surprised' by Hulkenberg switch: 'already spoke to teams himself'
Nico Hulkenberg will drive for Stake F1 Team next year. The team will be called Audi from 2026, and the German appears to be delighted with his switch. It may, however, have implications for Valtteri Bottas, whose contract will be expiring. Will there still be a place for him on the Swiss team next year? In the press conference, he was asked about his reaction when he heard that Hulkenberg had signed a contract.
Verstappen plays down Newey exit: 'Not as dramatic as it seems'
Max Verstappen did not have to turn up to the press conference on Thursday, but the Red Bull Racing driver was of course present on the paddock of the Miami International Autodrome to speak to the press and look ahead to next weekend. First, however, there was a quick look ahead to Wednesday's news: Red Bull announcing Adrian Newey's departure from the Austrian racing team.
Could Adrian Newey switch to this unexpected team in 2025?
Italian media are sure that Adrian Newey will make the move to Ferrari after the first quarter of '25. Meanwhile, Aston Martin is hoping to persuade the designer, who is leaving Red Bull Racing, to come to Lawrence Stroll's ambitious squad. Although, it might not be either team that gets Newey's signature. Actually, a transfer to Williams would be a serious option for Newey.
Ricciardo on Stroll's failure to apologise: 'I would at least say sorry'
Daniel Ricciardo lashed out at Lance Stroll after the Chinese Grand Prix. The Visa Cash App RB driver had to retire from the race after Stroll crashed into him at the safety car restart. The incident is still bothering Ricciardo. The Aston Martin driver refused to take the blame for the incident. He also failed to personally apologise to Ricciardo in the days that followed the race.
Drivers want the old sprint format back already
Formula 1's first sprint weekend of '24 has only just finished, and the second will take place in Miami. As we know, there are positives and negatives of sprint races, and as of this season, the format has been changed. After the sprint qualifying on Friday, the sprint race then follows on Saturday morning. After the sprint, on Saturday afternoon, will there be qualifying for the Grand Prix.
So Max Verstappen is definitely staying at Red Bull? He doesn't say that at all!
Max Verstappen spoke to the media last Thursday, on the eve of the third Miami Grand Prix. It was perfectly understandable that Verstappen expressed his disappointment at Adrian Newey's announced departure at every microphone he encountered. Equally logical were the questions from the media, whether Verstappen was tying his own future at Red Bull to the departure of the master designer? Although Verstappen seemed to say he wanted to stay at Red Bull, he himself still caused speculation again with some interjections or separate remarks.
Norris on Newey's exit: 'Adrian's not the only smart one in Red Bull'
Adrian Newey at McLaren? It does not seem realistic at the moment, but Lando Norris can only be happy to see the top designer leaving Red Bull Racing. With that said, catching up with Red Bull should be possible with the current team of engineers, said Norris.
Hakkinen fears for Verstappen after Newey leaves: 'That's worrying for Max'
It has been the hottest topic in the Formula 1 paddock for days now: the announced departure of Adrian Newey at Red Bull Racing. While fellow teams dream of the master designer's arrival, many are also wondering how Red Bull will move forward. Is Red Bull too dependent on mastermind Newey? Mika Hakkinen, who secured his two world titles in Newey-designed McLarens, also asks these questions.
'Fundemental' VCARB chassis change: Riccardo finally feels 'Comfortable'
Daniel Ricciardo has had a tough start to 2024. The Aussie is yet to score a point after five races this year for VCARB. All seven of their points have been tallied by his teammate Yuki Tsunoda. Ricciardo, however, hopes that Miami can be the 'Real start' of his season. The Honey Badger is feeling more comfortable in the car after the team changed his chassis before the Chinese Grand Prix.
Take note Lawrence Stroll: Hamilton and Alonso show Lance how its done
Adrian Newey is officially on the market and available to sign. The Brit is often named the greatest of all time when it comes to designing Formula 1 cars, and his statistics back that up. With someone, who has so much talent, available for the majority of 2025 and beyond, you do all you can to impress and advertise yourself. Yet Lance Stroll appeared dazed and uninterested in engaging in the topic. What message does that send to Newey?
Russell would welcome Verstappen at Mercedes: 'Make it happen'
Max Verstappen to Mercedes? Last year, everyone would've called Toto Wolff crazy if he said this, but as the weeks go by, the Silver Arrows' team boss seems increasingly likely to secure the triple world champion's signature. How would George Russell feel about having Verstappen driving alongside him as a teammate next year?
Is this Sainz's rejection? 'I wish them all the best'
Carlos Sainz was quick to tell the media on Thursday that the rumours were false: he had not ignored a contract offer from Audi, Sainz told the media. Later in the day, the Spaniard - who will lose his seat at Ferrari after this season - still elaborated on the German marque's advances. Although he remained silent on whether Audi is still an option for him.
Perez relaxed after Newey leaves: 'There is a massive team around him'
Red Bull has lost a key member of their team, as it was announced that star designer Adrian Newey would depart the champions at the end of this year. The chief technical officer has been an important part of the team. Despite that, Sergio Perez doesn't seem too worried about Newey's departure.
Russell downplays Newey's exit: 'There's no I in team'
Adrian Newey's departure from Red Bull has been the hottest topic in the F1 paddock over the last few days. On media day in Miami, no driver was able to avoid questions about the star designer. Mercedes' George Russell downplayed Newey's sudden exit, as he believes that Red Bull as a collective will still be strong without one of their key figureheads.
Verstappen understands that Newey may soon start elsewhere: 'Would be unfair'
Max Verstappen hopes to make it five out of six wins in 2024 at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend. The Dutchman has won both previous editions of the Miami race and will be looking to make it a third. Despite this, the F1 world continues to be rocked by the news of Adrian Newey's departure from Red Bull Racing.
An implosion at Red Bull? This is what Fernando Alonso thinks
For twenty years, Adrian Newey was an important part of Red Bull Racing. After he announced he was leaving the Austrian team, it remains to be seen whether or not Red Bull can continue to perform at the same, high level without him. The competition obviously hopes not, but Fernando Alonso - whose Aston Martin team is keen to enlist Newey - thinks it won't be such a stretch.
Could Adrian Newey join Mercedes? This is what George Russell thinks...
On a traditional Thursday media day before the Miami Grand Prix, there was only one topic: the departure of Adrian Newey from Red Bull Racing. No driver passing through the paddock managed to avoid the question - What were their opinions of the master designer's departure?. The inevitable follow-up question was: 'Would you like Newey to join your team?' This is what George Russell(Mercedes) had to say about Newey.
Stroll no longer wants to talk about Ricciardo incident: 'Was unfortunate'
All eyes were on Lance Stroll after the Chinese Grand Prix after a particularly clumsy clash with Daniel Ricciardo. The Canadian was not paying attention at the end of a safety car procedure and drove into the back of Ricciardo's VCARB. Ricciardo, who had to end his race early, was irritated, especially after Stroll blamed him for the accident, which made the Australian's 'Blood boil'.
Is Verstappen closing the door on Mercedes? 'Toto knows that too'
The rumour mill is in full swing as 'Silly Season' continues: Will Max Verstappen stay at Red Bull Racing after 2024? Is he tired of all the hassle surrounding the team, especially now that Adrian Newey will leave? Where would Verstappen go then? Mercedes perhaps? It's a fact that Mercedes would love Max Verstappen for '25. Rumour has it that Toto Wolff and his camp reportedly would pay Verstappen €150m yearly.
George Russell ready for any teammate: 'I'd welcome anybody'
After it was announced that Lewis Hamilton would be joining Ferrari in 2025, a vacancy appeared at Mercedes. The Silver Arrows are yet to decide who will be lining up next to George Russell for 2025. Despite the ambiguity, the confident 26-year-old is ready for anyone to partner him in the future.
Miami Circuit can charm Verstappen: 'Makes it extra interesting'
Max Verstappen managed to win four of the five Grands Prix this season. Before this season, the Red Bull driver had never won in China, but that changed last race weekend. Next weekend, the Miami Grand Prix is on the programme. It is one of three races to be held in the United States. Verstappen looks ahead.
This is what Newey's manager says about his possible next move
Adrian Newey has been frequently linked with a move to Ferrari or Aston Martin since his departure from Red Bull Racing was leaked this week. Both teams would love to see the engineer come to further boost their world title aspirations. Eddie Jordan - Newey's manager - would not be surprised if the top designer turns down offers from Formula 1.
Newey's new showpiece: what can we expect from the RB17?
Adrian Newey built seven different Red Bull cars that were good for a Formula 1 world title, but the top designer is involved in much more than just the premier class of motorsport. The engineer is leaving the Austrian team, but he will remain involved in the development of the RB17 until the last moment. It is Newey's latest showpiece, but what can we expect from it?
List of celebrities set to attend the 2024 Miami Grand Prix
Just like most Grands Prix on the calendar, the Miami Grand Prix will have a star-studded line-up of celebrities present in the paddock. The list includes famous singer Taylor Swift, who won Grammy's Album of the Year in 2024. After taking the NFL and the Chiefs Kingdom by storm thanks to his relationship with NFL superstar Travis Kelce, the pair will both be present in Miami.
Jordan acts as Newey's manager: 'My lips are sealed'
Eddie Jordan thinks it is clever that Red Bull Racing, as a 'private team', have managed to perform at such a high level in Formula 1 for such a long time. The fact that the team are now falling apart is, according to Jordan, perhaps somehow explainable. In the podcast Formula For Success, Adrian Newey's manager discusses the engineer's Red Bull departure, his attempt to snare Newey for his own team earlier himself and his client's future.
Members of U.S. Congress send letter to Liberty Media requesting answers
Members of the U.S. Congress have sent a letter to Formula 1 owners Liberty Media. They are requesting answers regarding why Andretti Global were excluded from Formula 1. Andretti Global's bid to join F1 was rejected by Formula One Management in January this year.
'The first reaction of the rest of F1 grid will be: 'Nice, Newey's gone''
Adrian Newey's departure from Red Bull Racing is causing a stir in the Formula 1 world. The Austrian racing stable is losing a mastermind, and all nine other teams in motorsport's premier class stand to benefit. David Croft analyses the unfolding situation.
Anonymous team boss: 'Disaster for Red Bull if Newey signs elsewhere'
What will Adrian Newey do? Will he call it quits in Formula 1 or leave for a rival team? If so, the Austrian racing team have dug their own grave, according to an F1 team boss- who does not want to be named to be named - in a conversation with Motorsport.com.
F1 impersonator outlines Newey situation at Red Bull: 'He's wanted!'
Top designer Adrian Newey is to leave his current employer: Red Bull Racing. After years of working for the constructor, Newey is already gone from the design team of Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez's team. Formula 1 impersonator Conor Moore based on his latest work on other teams trying to sign a Briton for them.
Not Verstappen but Perez is going to get 'Newey questions' in press conference
With the Miami Grand Prix, the sixth race of the season is already scheduled this weekend. Before that happens, however, there is another Thursday press conference. As in China, Max Verstappen won't feature. Teammate Sergio Perez will, however, on behalf of Red Bull Racing.