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Ferrari explain failed attempts to sign Adrian Newey

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With Adrian Newey recently signing a new contract with Red Bull, Ferrari explained their difficulties trying to tempt the Formula 1 tech chief to Italy. The 64-year-old has long been regarded one of the keys to championship success, with the Briton designing title-winning Formula 1 cars for Williams, McLaren and Red Bull. As such, Newey was reportedly linked with poaching attempts from the likes of Mercedes and Ferrari, as Red Bull's rivals aim to return to the front of the F1 grid. However, Newey recently signed a contract extension with the Milton Keynes team to end speculation about his future. The Vice Chairman of Ferrari , Piero Ferrari , son of founder Enzo was asked about the previous rumours, to which Ferrari explained the difficulties with encouraging Newey to relocate to Italy. “He said no to [former Ferrari Chairman Luca di] Montezemolo and to [former Ferrari manager] Jean Todt,” Ferrari told Italian publication Autosprint . “Apparently, he doesn’t wa...

Wolff warns Mercedes despite surprise Australia qualifying result

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Toto Wolff has warned Mercedes they must not get carried away following their surprise Formula 1 Qualifying result for the Australian Grand Prix. Despite the troubles with the W14 in 2023, Mercedes have shown good pace in Melbourne, qualifying second and third with George Russell and Lewis Hamilton . The team have committed to changing their car concept with an upgrade package at Imola, but Wolff is keen for them to be grounded following the result and not lurch into any sudden decisions. Viewed by others: Lewis Hamilton Hamilton targeting victory after P3 result: 'It's a dream for us!' Max Verstappen Verstappen powers to Australian GP pole as Perez ...