Adrian Newey acknowledges that he has “come close” to signing with a rival Formula 1 team three times.

Adrian Newey, the chief technology officer of Red Bull, has acknowledged that he was on the verge of signing three different times with Ferrari, a rival team in Formula 1.

The fact that the 64-year-old declined their attempts will please Max Verstappen and Christian Horner, as he designed the most dominant car in Formula One history this year.

During an interview with Eddie Jordan and David Coult
hard on the Formula For Success Podcast, Adrian Newey discussed his career in sports and his incredible 2023.

As of right now, Lewis Hamilton leads all drivers with 103 Grand Prix victories.

But Adrian Newey’s accomplishment is insignificant compared to that, as his created cars have won 13 Drivers’ Championships and more than twice as many.

With this incredible achievement, Newey has become one of the most sought-after individuals in the Formula One paddock.

As of late, Newey has disclosed that Ferrari made three attempts to hire him and that he came close to accepting the offer.

To the joy of Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull, he has, nevertheless, remained true to his principles during his time with each team.