F1 Today | Verstappen's exit predicts with 'Red Bull falling apart', Alonso reveals Newey fact

22:22, 17 Jul
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Yet more talk surrounding the future of Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing occurred, with former reserve driver Jaime Alguersuari having his say on his former team. Along with that, Fernando Alonso reveals what Adrian Newey is like working on his designs, and an ex-F1 driver is "surprised" at Max Verstappen.

Former reserve driver sees Red Bull 'falling apart'

It has been a tumultuous 18 months for Red Bull Racing, and their former reserve driver, Jaime Alguersuari, believes the Austrian team is falling apart.
After their record breaking year in 2023, a drop off in pace, many members of their top team leaving, and now the sacking of team principal Christian Horner has seen a major downard spiral occur.
There is also plenty of talk as to what the future looks like for Max Verstappen. According to the Spaniard, there is little doubt as to what will happen: "I'm completely sure Max will leave as well."

Newey 'in 2026 mode'

There is plenty to be excited about for Aston Martin going into 2026, with Adrian Newey at the helm of designing next season's challenger for the Silverstone-based team.
Fernando Alonso has now given an insight into what the master design is doing behind the scenes to prepare for next season, with the unbelievable focus of the Brit has even surprised the veteran Spaniard.

Ex-F1 driver 'surprised' with Verstappen

The slump of Red Bull Racing has been quite extreme after the record-breaking year of 2023.
Even though Max Verstappen took the 2024 title, it was with a very challenging car that he was in control of, with some stunning drivers leading him to his fourth title.
However, former F1 driver Christian Danner said he was "surprised" that there has not been more criticism from the Dutchman about the downward spiral from the Austrian team.