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Ferrari Gives Up on Signing Adrian Newey
Adrian Newey, a renowned designer, is set to leave Red Bull, attracting interest from several teams. Initially, Ferrari was his preferred choice, with negotiations progressing well. However, during the Monaco GP, news surfaced that Ferrari had ended talks with Newey. While reasons were not disclosed, it's reported that Williams, McLaren, Mercedes, and Aston Martin still have offers on the table, with Newey and his agent deciding to wait before making a final decision.
Mercedes Dropping the Controversial Front Wing
Mercedes' W15 front wing, which featured a cable connecting the last flap to the nose, has been dropped after not delivering significant performance improvements despite FIA approval. At the Monaco GP, a new front wing was used on George Russell’s car, which lacked the controversial cable. Lewis Hamilton chose not to use it to avoid setup issues, a stance he has taken due to past experiences. Russell's better qualification with the new wing suggests it may be used in future races, with developments expected for the Canadian Grand Prix.
Flavio Briatore's Return to Formula 1
Flavio Briatore, known for his controversial past, including a race manipulation scandal in 2008, is making a comeback. The Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport reported that he met with Renault president Luca de Meo and accepted a special supervisory role at Alpine to address the team’s struggles. Briatore's new role focuses on behind-the-scenes work to strengthen the team for 2025, with potential to assume the team principal position, which remains uncertain within Alpine.
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