Adrian Newey’s departure from Red Bull to be announced before Miami

Adrian Newey’s departure from Red Bull Racing appears to be on the horizon, with reports suggesting that an announcement could be made prior to the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.

Speculation initially arose from a report by German publication Auto Motor Und Sport, indicating that Newey was considering leaving the team due to dissatisfaction with the working environment.

Following discussions with Red Bull Racing, it’s now understood that Newey has formally submitted his resignation, with negotiations focusing on the terms of his departure.

While the exact details of Newey’s departure are yet to be disclosed, it’s expected that he will continue in his role for the time being, with his departure from Red Bull Racing expected by the beginning of 2025 at the latest.

🚨 | Today, Red Bull is expected to announce the departure of Adrian Newey. This move would allow Newey to join, Ferrari sooner and commence work on the development of the 2026 car.#F1 #Ferrari pic.twitter.com/TlgT93quV5

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Internal sources suggest that Newey has outlined the reasons for his decision in a letter to the team, with a significant factor being his strained relationship with team principal Christian Horner. This rift appears to have been exacerbated by recent events, including a power struggle earlier in the year following allegations made against Newey by a female employee.

Previous tensions, including comments made by Horner regarding Newey’s role, have also contributed to the deteriorating relationship between the two key figures within the team.