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Adrian Newey is currently undecided about his future in Formula 1 but plans to make a decision by winter at the latest. Red Bull announced earlier this year that Newey's contract will conclude after this season, with his official departure expected in early 2025. While on gardening leave from the F1 team, Newey is focusing on designing Red Bull's £5 million hypercar, the RB17, and enjoying breaks with his wife and dogs.
Click here to read the full article by Michelle Foster (planetf1.com)
German authorities in Wuppertal are investigating attempted blackmail involving Michael Schumacher's family. Photos related to their private life were found, and suspects threatened to release the data on the dark web unless paid millions of euros. Investigations are ongoing, but prosecutors are refraining from disclosing further details due to privacy laws.
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Red Bull has unveiled a one-off livery for the British Grand Prix as part of its 'Forever Rebl' campaign celebrating 20 years in Formula 1. This fan-designed color scheme is the first of three alternative liveries planned for the season, with others to follow in Singapore and the United States.
Click here to read the full article by Fergal Walsh (racingnews365.com)
Alpine has signed senior engineers from Red Bull and Ferrari to boost their Formula 1 team's competitiveness. Michael Broadhurst, Vin Dhanani, and Jacopo Fantoni have joined as chief aerodynamicist, head of vehicle performance, and deputy chief engineer, respectively. This restructuring aims to strengthen Alpine's technical capabilities in aerodynamics, vehicle performance, and engineering, with the goal of challenging the front of the grid once again. These new hires are part of Alpine's broader effort to revitalize their team and enhance their World Championship-winning potential.
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Ford's decision to re-enter Formula 1 with Red Bull was catalyzed by an unexpected email from Ford's Mark Rushbrook to team principal Christian Horner. After Porsche's negotiations with Red Bull fell through in mid-2022, Rushbrook saw an opportunity amid F1's growing popularity and the upcoming 2026 technical regulations. This led to quick discussions that formed their current partnership, allowing Ford to enter F1 without developing their own power unit or buying a team, a change from their past motorsport strategies.
Click here to read the full article by Jonathan Noble (motorsport.com)