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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fadrian-newey_1.jpg "Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024")
Mansell criticises Ferrari for missing out on Newey
Nigel Mansell, the 1992 world champion, believes Ferrari was "short sighted" in not pursuing Adrian Newey more aggressively when they had the chance. Oct 8, 08:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F38%2Fsergio-perez.jpg "Sergio Perez pictured on September 14, 2024")
Perez's F1 seat still at risk despite contract
Sergio Perez's position at Red Bull is still under threat, even though he currently has a contract that extends into 2025-2026.Oct 7, 10:30
Aston Martin must perform now, not wait for Newey - boss
Team principal Mike Krack has made it clear that Aston Martin cannot afford to wait for the arrival of renowned technical expert Adrian Newey in 2025.Oct 1, 08:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F11%2Ffernando-alonso.jpg "Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso ahead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on March 7, 2024")
Time running out for third F1 championship - Alonso
Fernando Alonso admits that the clock may be against him in his quest for a third elusive world championship title.Sep 26, 07:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F25%2Ffernando-alonso.JPG "Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso during a press conference on June 20, 2024")
Alonso demands Aston Martin up game pre-Newey arrival
Aston Martin needs to step up its performance next year, according to lead driver Fernando Alonso.Sep 25, 11:41
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fmax-verstappen.jpg "Max Verstappen pictured on September 1, 2024")
Schumacher believes Verstappen's F1 exit threat could be real
Max Verstappen's threat to quit Formula 1 early might not be just talk, according to former grand prix winner Ralf Schumacher.Sep 25, 09:25
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F25%2Fmax-verstappen_1.JPG "Red Bull's Max Verstappen reacts after finishing second in qualifying on June 22, 2024")
Verstappen admits F1 future unclear amid Red Bull struggles
Max Verstappen has openly admitted that the direction of his Formula 1 career is currently "up in the air."Sep 20, 12:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fralf-schumacher.jpg "Ralf Schumacher pictured in July 2024")
Singapore set to be Ricciardo's last F1 race, says Schumacher
Red Bull is working tirelessly and exploring every possible avenue to recover from the team's current drop in performance.Sep 19, 08:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F38%2Ftoto-wolff.jpg "Toto Wolff pictured on August 31, 2024")
Wolff sees advantages in a challenging 2024 for Mercedes
Not performing exceptionally well in 2024 might actually offer "advantages" for a leading Formula 1 team like Mercedes, according to team principal Toto Wolff.Sep 18, 15:55
Verstappen supports Newey's claims of British F1 media bias
Max Verstappen has expressed full support for departing Red Bull figure Adrian Newey regarding claims about bias in the British media's coverage of Formula 1.Sep 18, 14:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F42%2Fjos-verstappen.jpeg "Jos Verstappen at the United States GP on October 20, 2023")
Jos Verstappen reportedly shakes hands on 2026 F1 deal
Long before his current contract expires, Red Bull has plenty of reason to be concerned about keeping Max Verstappen.Sep 17, 17:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fflavio-briatore.jpg "Flavio Briatore pictured on September 1, 2024")
Briatore 'furious' after assessing Alpine's situation
Flavio Briatore admits he was "furious" upon realising just a few months ago the extent of the decline of Formula 1's Enstone-based team.Sep 15, 11:30
No more F1 race appearances for Newey in 2024
Adrian Newey's role in Red Bull's Formula 1 efforts appears to be coming to a definitive end.Sep 14, 14:15
Red Bull at risk of losing Verstappen to Aston, says Marko
Dr. Helmut Marko acknowledges the genuine possibility that Red Bull might part ways with Max Verstappen in favor of Aston Martin.Sep 13, 11:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F10%2Fmax-verstappen_1.jpg "Red Bull's Max Verstappen after winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on March 2, 2024")
Verstappen rumoured to join Aston after Newey's move
Following Adrian Newey's high-profile impending move to Aston Martin, Max Verstappen is already being linked with a potentially similar departure from Red Bull.Sep 12, 19:00
Newey slams British F1 press and Sky's TV coverage
Adrian Newey has openly criticised the role of the "British media" in Formula 1.Sep 12, 18:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fadrian-newey.jpg "Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on July 7, 2024")
Schumacher predicts instant impact from Newey at Aston Martin
Two prominent figures in Formula 1 have differing views on how quickly Adrian Newey's presence will be felt at Aston Martin.Sep 11, 17:55
Newey leaves part-time role for full Aston Martin commitment
Adrian Newey has confirmed that he will be increasing his involvement in Formula 1, returning to a full-time role.Sep 11, 15:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F24%2Fadrian-newey.JPG "Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 4, 2024")
Vasseur admits breakdown in negotiations with Newey
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has admitted that he recently entered discussions with Adrian Newey.Sep 10, 11:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F48%2Fgeorge-russell.jpeg "George Russell at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 26, 2023")
Russell unfazed by potential battle for 2026 Mercedes seat
George Russell remains unfazed about potentially losing his Mercedes seat in 2026, despite rumours swirling about a possible 'shootout' for the spot with young driver Kimi Antonelli.Sep 9, 11:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F10%2FF1.jpg "General view of Formula 1 drivers at the start of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on March 9, 2024")
Aston Martin to sell quarter stake in F1 team, valuation hits $2.6bn
Aston Martin is poised to capitalise on its growing success in Formula 1 by selling up to 25 percent of the team.Sep 9, 09:00
Aston Martin refutes claims of Alonso's hypercar malfunction
Aston Martin has categorically rejected circulating claims concerning the condition of Fernando Alonso's new hypercar.Sep 6, 08:15
F1 world awaits Aston Martin's major announcement
Aston Martin is gearing up to make a significant announcement next Tuesday, 10th September, as the team has arranged a press conference.Sep 5, 10:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F23%2Fhelmut-marko.JPG "Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko is interviewed after practice on May 24, 2024")
Helmut Marko confident Red Bull can turn season around
Dr. Helmut Marko, a consultant for Red Bull, insists that attributing the team's dip in performance solely to Adrian Newey's departure oversimplifies the issue.Sep 4, 10:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Flawrence-stroll.jpg "Lawrence Stroll pictured in August 2024")
Aston owner Stroll 'excited' to potentially secure Newey
Aston Martin is no longer completely shying away from the speculation that Adrian Newey might be about to join their team based at Silverstone.Sep 4, 09:55
Turmoil has hurt Verstappen and Red Bull, says Berger
Gerhard Berger, a well-known associate and long-time supporter of the Red Bull brand, believes that the discord within the top F1 team this season has unmistakably "left its mark."Sep 2, 21:46
Newey alone can't fix Aston Martin's issues, says Alonso
Fernando Alonso asserts that Aston Martin cannot rely solely on Adrian Newey to restore the team's performance in Formula 1.Sep 2, 20:32
McLaren front wing design 'must be analysed' - Marko
Red Bull might soon reignite discussions around the front wing designs seen on the McLaren and Mercedes cars, as their once-dominant team continues to slip further down the F1 standings.Sep 1, 08:16
Aston Martin expected to announce Newey signing within days
Sources within the Formula 1 paddock at Monza are speculating that Aston Martin is just days away from announcing the signing of Adrian Newey, as the team continues its rapid development trajectory.Sep 1, 08:07
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F25%2Fmax-verstappen-lando-norris.JPG "Max Verstappen and Lando Norris at Spanish Grand Prix in June 2024.")
Red Bull progress to quell rumours about Verstappen future
A stronger Red Bull performance at Monza may start to finally put an end to ongoing speculation about Max Verstappen's future with the team.Aug 31, 08:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F23%2Fmax-verstappen.JPG "Max Verstappen on way to winning Canadian Grand Prix on June 9, 2024.")
FIA dismisses claims of Red Bull using banned technology
A new theory is gaining traction regarding why Red Bull's performance has been declining throughout the 2024 season.Aug 27, 08:12
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F47%2Fmick-schumacher.jpeg "Mick Schumacher at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 25, 2023")
Alpine's communication slammed by Schumacher allies
Two individuals close to Mick Schumacher have criticised Alpine's communication approach at Zandvoort.Aug 25, 07:24
Aston Martin secretly secures Newey after Ferrari snub
It's becoming more apparent by the day that Adrian Newey might soon be donning Aston Martin's green in the Formula 1 paddock.Aug 24, 09:15
Marko eyeing 'downdates' over updates at Red Bull
Max Verstappen has refuted claims that Red Bull was forced to discard a now-prohibited technical feature from their 2024 car.Aug 23, 08:38
Alonso urges Aston to switch focus to 2025 car
Fernando Alonso believes Aston Martin should realign its ambitions for the 2025 season and car, rather than the remainder of this season.Aug 23, 08:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F25%2Fhelmut-marko.JPG "Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko before practice on March 22, 2024")
Red Bull to strengthen defenses against F1 talent raids
Red Bull has vowed to "fight" to prevent any additional attempts by Formula 1 competitors to lure away their employees.Aug 22, 09:22
Marko addresses concerns about Red Bull's fading performance
Dr Helmut Marko has dismissed increasing concerns regarding the dip in Red Bull's car performance this year.Aug 21, 07:07
Alpine steps into the race to acquire Adrian Newey
The struggling Formula 1 team Alpine has become a new and significant player in the race to secure a contract with Adrian Newey.Aug 20, 08:26
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F07%2FF1.jpg "General view of Brazilian Grand Prix (Formula 1) on November 5, 2023")
Hadjar questions RB's role as a 'junior team' in F1
Isack Hadjar, leading the Formula 2 championship, has subtly suggested that it might be time for Red Bull to consider promoting him to Formula 1 soon.Aug 19, 07:16
Robin Frijns questions link between Newey's exit and Red Bull decline
Dutch racing driver Robin Frijns is sceptical that the recent downturn in Red Bull's performance is solely due to Adrian Newey's gradual exit from the team.Aug 15, 09:33
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