Adrian Newey

Aerodynamicist and engineer for Red Bull Racing

Adrian Newey - Aerodynamicist and engineer for Red Bull Racing
Born

December 26th, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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An English aerodynamicist and engineer focused on motorsport, developed many successful Formula One cars. Worked with major teams such as Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull Racing. Achieved significant success in Formula One, contributing to multiple Constructors' Championships with Red Bull Racing during the 2010s.

Designed championship-winning cars for Red Bull Racing

Contributed to Constructors' Championships with Williams and McLaren

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