Red Bull's Ace Ponders Future in Aston Martin's Potential Newey Creation

Max Verstappen, the three-time Formula 1 World Champion, has not ruled out the possibility of reuniting with Adrian Newey at Aston Martin in the future. Newey, the renowned design guru responsible for the Red Bull cars that propelled Verstappen to his championship victories, recently announced his departure from Red Bull and subsequent signing with Aston Martin. This move has sparked speculation about Verstappen's future and potential collaboration with Newey once again.

Verstappen's Response to Newey's Move

When asked about the possibility of driving a Newey-designed car in the future, Verstappen remained focused on his current responsibilities. He stated, "I have other worries at the moment that I'm paying a lot of attention to and I'm working on that." However, he did not completely dismiss the idea, adding that it might be something to consider in the future.

Verstappen expressed his happiness for Newey's new challenge and acknowledged the strong relationship they share. He revealed that he had sent Newey a message after the news broke, despite being aware of the impending move beforehand. The Dutch driver also recognized Lawrence Stroll's ambitious efforts to make Aston Martin a success in Formula 1.

The Allure of Working with Adrian Newey

Adrian Newey's reputation as a design genius has made him a sought-after figure in Formula 1 for decades. Verstappen acknowledged this, stating, "I think everyone would like to work with Adrian, I guess in their career." He admitted that the prospect of collaborating with Newey again could potentially be attractive, especially considering the new regulations set to be introduced in 2026.

Verstappen's Current Focus

Despite the buzz surrounding Newey's move and other topics in the Formula 1 paddock, Verstappen made it clear that his primary focus is on improving his own performance and addressing the recent challenges faced by Red Bull. After a disappointing sixth-place finish at the Italian Grand Prix, Verstappen emphasized the need to understand and overcome their current weaknesses.

The reigning champion expressed optimism about the lessons learned from the Monza race and the team's efforts to enhance their car's performance. He acknowledged that finding solutions to their problems would take time but remained hopeful for future improvements, stating, "Now it's about just trying to find solutions for it. I also noted that it's not coming within one or two weeks, from when you understand your problems."

As the Formula 1 circus moves to Baku for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Verstappen's focus remains firmly on getting his title defense back on track and helping Red Bull address their recent performance issues.