Adrian Newey’s Future in Formula 1: Christian Horner Speaks Out (Sky Sports Interview)
Legendary Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey is set to leave Red Bull Racing after a successful tenure with the team. In a recent interview with Sky Sports at the Miami Grand Prix, Christian Horner, Red Bull’s team principal, shed some light on Newey’s future plans.
Despite having a contract until the end of next year, Newey has negotiated an early exit and will be free to join another team in the first quarter of 2025. However, Horner believes that the 65-year-old designer will take a break from F1 before committing to a new project.
Having spent 30 years in the sport, Newey has had an illustrious career with stints at Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull. Horner mentioned that Newey feels it is the right time to step away and take some time off to spend with his family. While Newey will still be working on the RB17 track car, he is looking forward to a well-deserved break.
Red Bull has waived the non-compete clause in Newey’s contract, allowing him to potentially join another team without a year of gardening leave. Horner emphasized the importance of relationships and respect in such decisions, highlighting Newey’s contributions to the team over the years.
As the mastermind behind Red Bull’s title-winning cars, Newey’s departure will undoubtedly leave a void at the team. However, Horner remains optimistic about Newey’s future in F1, stating that he will not be short of offers if he decides to make a comeback. For now, Newey’s focus is on taking a break and recharging before potentially diving back into the world of Formula 1.