Red Bull has hit a rough patch in F1 2025, made evident by an emergency meeting addressing missing design legend Adrian Newey.
- Adrian Newey’s unexpected departure in 2024 left Red Bull scrambling to rebuild their technical team without him.
- Red Bull is striving to recover from a challenging start to the F1 2025 season as McLaren emerges as a formidable contender.
- Liam Lawson’s departure and its aftermath have stirred conversation about Red Bull’s driver decisions.
- Max Verstappen is in a pivotal position, working closely with technicians to steer the RB21 back on course.
Red Bull has found itself in a rocky start to the F1 2025 season, made clear by recent comments from Helmut Marko about missing Adrian Newey. This setback prompted an emergency meeting at Milton Keynes where the team strategized on regaining their competitive edge.
Adrian Newey, a name synonymous with F1 success, left Red Bull before the 2024 Miami Grand Prix, taking his genius to Aston Martin. His exit marks the end of an era for Red Bull, which saw them dominate the F1 circuit for years. However, his departure has now left Red Bull in a rebuilding phase, trying to cultivate a new team capable of filling Newey’s considerable shoes.
Red Bull’s struggles were highlighted as McLaren surged ahead in the Constructors’ Championship with a strong start to the season. As Red Bull attempts to catch up, Max Verstappen has remained a crucial figure, finishing fourth in China. Despite achieving success, Red Bull has dropped to third in the standings, a significant departure from their previously dominant standing.
Among driver shakeups, Liam Lawson was a notable name moved out after two Grands Prix without points. His exit was accompanied by harsh critiques of his attitude from Jacques Villeneuve, who suggested Lawson’s demeanor didn’t help his case. Lawson, known for his bold moves and ambitious nature, has returned to Racing Bulls, while Yuki Tsunoda takes his place beside Verstappen.
The Milton Keynes meeting became a platform for Verstappen to work directly with Red Bull’s technical team. Both sides are determined to address car issues and bring the RB21 back into title contention. The meeting was an attempt to calmly address Verstappen’s feedback and work on incorporating his insights into improvements.
Red Bull is navigating a transitional period, striving to adjust and regain momentum in the wake of significant changes.
