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Red Bull faces a potential exodus as key figures like Adrian Newey and Jonathan Wheatley consider leaving. Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen are linked to Newey's future moves, sparking speculation about Red Bull's future in F1.

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Adrian Newey, the Chief Technical Officer at Red Bull Racing, is leaving the Formula One team, a move that has generated significant fallout. Rumors suggest that other key members, such as Sporting Director Jonathan Wheatley, might also depart, prompting concerns about the team's future [1][5].

Newey, a renowned F1 designer, received flattery from Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton and stirred speculation about changes within Red Bull. However, his exit is doubted to have an immediate impact on Max Verstappen's future with the team despite initial concerns [17][18][22].

While Red Bull confirmed Newey's departure, they are scrambling to maintain stability within the team amid the rumors [37][39]. Both McLaren and Ferrari have been rumored as potential destinations for Newey post-Red Bull, with Williams also expressing interest in reuniting with the designer [10][25][34].

High-profile figures in the F1 community, including Jenson Button and Jos Verstappen, have weighed in on Newey's exit, reflecting on its implications [35][36]. Mercedes reportedly offered a substantial sum to Verstappen to potentially replace Hamilton in light of the changes [42].

Newey, who is set to step away from Red Bull in 2025, presented a significant blow to the team, inviting speculation of impending changes and a potential departure domino effect [43][49]. Despite ongoing talks about Newey's future, including presenting at the Miami Grand Prix, the situation remains fluid and unsettling [56][60].

As the F1 community watches for further developments and potential team realignments with Newey's departure, questions about Red Bull's future and how the changes will affect current and future drivers continue to loom large [74][79].

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