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Why is Kanye West’s new ‘Vultures 1’ album being removed from streaming services?

The album disappeared from Apple Music and iTunes on Thursday afternoon following reports that its distributor

was working to remove it from all streaming platforms.

The rocky saga of Vultures 1 continues…

Following the highly-anticipated release of his collaborative album with Ty Dolla $ign, controversial rapper Kanye ‘Ye’ West finds himself embroiled with issues maintaining its presence on streaming platforms.

The album, which sustained multiple delays and changes to its tracklist prior to its final release, vanished from Apple Music and iTunes on Thursday afternoon amidst reports that its initial distributor, FUGA, was aiming to remove it from all streaming services.

Despite the album been briefly pulled off Apple Music and iTunes, it soon reappeared on the platforms through Label Engine, which had previously distributed two of the album’s pre-release lead singles.

‘You are such a blessing in our lives’

KRIS Jenner has snubbed Kanye West in her sweet birthday tribute to her granddaughter,

Chicago West.

Kim Kardashian’s daughter turned 6 on January 15.

Kris Jenner shared photos of granddaughter Chicago West in her birthday tributeCredit: Instagram/krisjenner

Kanye West pictured with wife Bianca Censori in May 2023Credit: Getty

Kris shared photos of Chicago with her mother Kim KardashianCredit: KimKardashian/Instagram
Kris, 68, took to Instagram and shared snapshots of the birthday girl throughout the years.

In the photo collection, the Kardashian matriarch carried baby Chicago and smiled at the camera.

Chicago’s grandmother also uploaded snaps of the little one wrapping her arms around Kim’s neck and riding on her back.

Kim’s sister Khloe Kardashian, 39, also joined her mother and niece for a sweet family photo.  “You are such a beautiful girl inside and out, and your smile brightens everyone’s day!” Kris captioned the post.

“You are the most amazing granddaughter, daughter, sister, cousin, niece, and friend, and you are so kind, sweet, smart, creative, generous, loving, and give the best hugs!

“You are such a blessing in our lives, my sweet girl, and I love you to the moon and back.”

Although she picked photos with both daughters, Kris did not mention Chicago’s father, Kanye West, 45, who is also Kim’s ex-husband.

The former couple were married in 2014 and divorced in 2021.

Months later, the music superstar married Yeezy architect Bianca Censori.

In a startling turn of events, reality TV star Kim Kardashian has issued a warning to global pop sensation Taylor

Swift, urging her to stay away from Kansas City Chiefs’ star Travis Kelce.

The unexpected declaration has sent shockwaves through both the entertainment and sports worlds, igniting

speculation and intrigue among fans and followers.

The warning, delivered via social media, comes amidst rumors of a potential collaboration between Swift and Kelce, as well as speculation about the nature of their relationship. While neither Swift nor Kelce have publicly commented on the rumors, Kardashian’s intervention suggests that tensions may be running high behind the scenes.

The feud between Kardashian and Swift is well-documented, dating back several years and fueled by a series of public spats and controversies. While the two have attempted to bury the hatchet in recent years, the latest development threatens to reignite old tensions and spark a new chapter in their ongoing feud.

For Travis Kelce, the unexpected involvement of Kardashian adds a new layer of complexity to the situation, placing him squarely in the middle of a high-profile celebrity conflict. As one of the most beloved figures in the NFL, Kelce’s personal life has long been a subject of speculation and intrigue, but the latest twist threatens to overshadow his achievements on the field.

As news of Kardashian’s warning spreads, fans and followers have taken to social media to express their shock and disbelief at the latest development. Many have speculated about the motivations behind Kardashian’s intervention, with some suggesting that it may be driven by jealousy or personal vendettas.

For now, the true nature of Kardashian’s warning and its implications for Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift remain unclear. As speculation continues to swirl, fans and followers are left to wonder what the future holds for the unlikely trio and whether their paths will cross in the days and weeks to come.

Kanye West’s wife, Bianca Censori, was accidentally spotted going out to a Miami nightclub in a sparkly silver outfit with a stuffed

animal, following controversy over another daring outfit in France

Bianca Censori, the wife of rapper Kanye West, showed off her figure once more during a night out in Miami. On Sunday, she went out

with the rapper while sporting an eye-catching silver string combo. The 28-year-old Censori, who had shown off her nipples earlier in

the day, showed off her toned legs and sultry rear in a sparkling silver string bodysuit with a headpiece reminiscent of the 1920s.

She wore a glitzy makeup look that included smokey shadow and sheer lip gloss.

She strolled along a strangely dressed West, 46, while clutching a weird toy teddy bear to her bоsоm, protecting her modesty once more. West accessorized with a black head covering, a leather jacket, a black t-shirt, and baggy boots.

THE woman at the centre of the Christian Horner sexting scandal has been grilled by investigators.

She was quizzed after contesting the findings of the original investigation when her complaint against the Red Bull Racing Formula 1 boss was dismissed.

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The woman at the centre of the Christian Horner sexting scandal has been quizzedCredit: Rex

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Horner is married to ex-Spice Girl Geri HalliwellCredit: Getty

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Horner and Geri at recent point-to-point races as they try to get their lives back on track and leave the accusations in the pastCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/C5LK-oooIVd/?img_index=1
The unnamed woman, who has been suspended from her job at the team’s UK headquarters, has challenged the independent report into her claims.

The new KC-led internal probe is expected to last until mid-May, sources said.

A source said: “The KC leading the appeal process had hoped to interview her sooner, but there was an unavoidable delay.

“A lot of work has gone into the appeal already. But her evidence will obviously form a substantial part of the new investigation.

“It’s important to get it right.”

Her latest testimony could also result in investigators wanting to speak to the F1 chief – married to ex-Spice Girl Geri Halliwell – all over again.

“It is possible Christian may be asked further questions in light of anything new she has to say,” the source continued.

“He has co-operated fully throughout and will continue to do so.”

This could potentially reopen wounds for Horner and his wife as they attempt to move on from the drama and live a normal yet lavish life.

The woman originally accused Horner of inappropriate behaviour back in February as the bombshell accusations rocked the sporting world.
Ben Hunt gives update Christian Horner sexting accuser is SUSPENDED by Red Bull after Geri Halliwell’s demands she be ‘out of the picture’
She claims he sent her hundreds of “sexually suggestive” texts.

At the end of February, these alleged texts from Horner were leaked to journalists and F1 bosses.

Horner has always denied the claims of inappropriate behaviour and described the text leaks as “anonymous speculation from unknown sources”.

On March 7, the woman was suspended on full pay from Red Bull HQ amid claims her “honesty was called into question.”

The reasons allegedly given to her were that she appeared dishonest owing to inconsistencies in the evidence she had provided.

She went on to file a grievance with the FIA and its ethics committee, says a source.

They revealed: “She has not been allowed to see the whole of the report which cleared Horner and has no clarity as to why the inquiry reached its decision.”

The woman was also said to have been “disappointed” and “unsupported” by Red Bull.

Geri, who partied at Victoria Beckham’s 50th at the weekend, is standing by her husband and has done the entire time.

Horner, who has saluted his “phenomenally supportive” wife throughout the investigation, has made it clear he wanted to “draw a line” under the scandal as soon as the final decision was declared.

SCANDAL… LAP BY LAP

FEBRUARY 5: A Dutch newspaper reports a female Red Bull employee has made serious allegations of “inappropriate, controlling behaviour” about Horner to parent company Red Bull GmbH.

FEB 9: Horner is quizzed for nine hours by the lawyer hired by Red Bull to investigate.

FEB 15: He denies the allegations and says they are a distraction for the team.

FEB 15: F1 says it hopes the matter will be clarified at the earliest opportunity after a fair and thorough process.

FEB 26: Red Bull’s engine partner Ford says it is increasingly frustrated by the team’s handling of the complaint.

FEB 28: Horner is cleared of all wrongdoing. The employee is said to have the right of appeal.

FEB 29: Horner says he is pleased the investigation is over.

FEB 29: WhatsApp texts and pictures claimed to be between Horner and the employee are sent to journalists and F1.

MARCH 1: Horner refuses to comment on what he calls “anonymous speculation from unknown sources”.

MAR 2: Horner and wife Geri are pictured hand-in-hand, as Red Bull’s Max Verstappen wins the Bahrain Grand Prix. Horner says before the race: “It’s been very testing for my family but we are very strong and our focus is on this race.”

MAR 3: Verstappen’s dad Jos, claims Red Bull is in “danger of being torn apart” if Horner stays in the job.

But he denies being the source of the WhatsApp leak, saying: “It can’t go on the way it is. It will explode. He is playing the victim, when he is the one causing the problems.”

MAR 6: Max Verstappen sides with his dad in the row.

MAR 7: Horner says he wants to draw a line under the scandal and hails Geri’s support — as Red Bull suspends female employee.

MAR 15: Horner’s accuser allegedly launches an appeal against the investigation that saw the Red Bull chief cleared.

MAR 17: Horner, Helmut Marko and Jos Verstappen agree to a ‘public ceasefire’.

APR 23: Female accuser gets quizzed by investigators over claims

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The new internal probe is expected to last until mid-May, sources saidCredit: Getty

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Horner could be made to speak to investigators again over the claimsCredit: Getty

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Horner with star driver Max Verstappen after a dominant race win in China for the championship chasing Dutchman

RED BULL design chief Adrian Newey is set to leave the team following the controversy surrounding team principal Christian Horner.

The BBC have reported that Newey has informed Red Bull that he wants to move on after almost 20 years with the team.

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Adrian Newey is set to step down from Red BullCredit: Getty

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Newey’s exit is reportedly rooted from the controversy surrounding Christian HornerCredit: Getty
Newey, 65, is said to be “unsettled” by the situation at Red Bull in the wake of Horner’s sexting scandal.

And it is reported that his decision to call an end to his time with Red Bull can be traced back to the situation involving Horner.

Red Bull cleared Horner of any wrongdoing after an internal investigation into alleged sexual harassment and coercive and abusive behaviour by a female employee.

The unnamed complainant has since been suspended by the team and has launched an appeal against the decision.

Newey’s seemingly forthcoming exit will reignite rumours around a switch to another major F1 team.

The Brit, who has won 12 World Constructors’ titles, has been linked with a move to Ferrari and is understood to have previously received an offer from Aston Martin.

Newey is under contract with Red Bull until 2025 but the BBC claim that he believes he can negotiate a deal that would see him work for another team from next season.

It would be a huge blow for Red Bull to lose Newey who is regarded as one of the best designers in the history of F1.

While many consider the former McLaren designer as the brains behind the dominance and success that Red Bull have experienced over recent years.

Red Bull have seen an internal power battle crop up following Horner’s controversy.
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There has been widespread concern over the future of Max Verstappen who is also said to be unnerved by the situation.

Speaking at the Chinese Grand Prix last weekend Verstappen discussed his desire to keep the chiefs at Red Bull in place and keep a “peaceful environment”.

The star, who is contracted until 2028, said: “I signed a long deal with team.

“The only thing I said from the beginning is we want to have a peaceful environment, lately we have been talking about the car.

“I am happy about that, I am happy with the team and there has never been a reason to leave.”

SOURCES in Germany say that Max Verstappen’s management team are having talks with Mercedes following this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix.

Verstappen’s dad, Jos, and his manager, Raymond Vermeulen, are expected to meet the three owners of the F1 team; Toto Wolff, Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kallenius, and Ineos and Manchester United shareholder, Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

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Max Verstappen is set to hold talks with Mercedes after the Miami GPCredit: Reuters

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A meeting is set to take place with Verstappen’s team and senior Mercedes figures including Toto WolffCredit: Getty
Wolff has made no secret of the fact he would love to sign Verstappen as Lewis Hamilton’s replacement.

Verstappen, 26, is under contract at Red Bull until 2028.

But boss Christian Horner has said he will not stand in his way if he wants to quit.

Verstappen Sr has admitted they are considering the three-time champion’s options before the 2026 regulation change.

Speaking during the Rally de Wallonie, via RacingNews365, he said: “I think everyone wants him, only I think Max is right for the moment.

“He has a fast car, but we also have to look further to 2026, so we are letting everything come to us at the moment. We stay very calm and see what will happen.”

WHO COULD REPLACE HAMILTON AT MERCEDES?

Mercedes will have a vacant seat for 2025.

Here, SunSport’s F1 correspondent Ben Hunt looks at FIVE potential candidates who could replace him and partner George Russell in the Silver Arrows.

Oscar Piastri – McLaren have sewn up Lando Norris to a new long-term contract that should (in theory) put him out of Mercedes’ reach. However, they are yet to tie down his teammate Piastri, 22. The Aussie has an excellent record and won the Formula 3 and Formula 2 titles before spending a year on the sidelines with Alpine and getting his chance in F1 with McLaren. He impressed on his debut season last year and has the potential to be a world champion.

Daniel Ricciardo – The experienced driver’s future remains in doubt as he bides his time at Red Bull’s B-team. Ricciardo would be low-hassle and offer some stability but by that time he would be 35. It seems unlikely that they would opt for him at this point in his career, but if he has a good season this year, he could come into the reckoning.

Kimi Antonelli – You may not have heard of the Italian, but he is mustard. Still only 17, he has won at all the junior categories and has been part of the Mercedes young driver programme since 2019. This season he has been promoted from F4 to F2, where he has been tipped to shine. A good debut season in F2 could sway Mercedes into taking a risk on him for 2025. Antonelli and his family are close to Mercedes boss Toto Wolff.

Mick Schumacher – Wolff has always been so incredibly supportive of Schumacher and spoken highly of him, that you’d at least expect him to come into consideration. He knows the team from his role as reserve driver and consequently would get up to speed. But speed is also the problem. He was shocking at Haas and if he really was THAT good, he’d still be driving in F1.

Alex Albon – A more-sensible choice would be the London-born Albon. A great guy who is also very quick. He has a fantastic relationship with Russell and would be the low-maintenance quick partnership similar to Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas that swept to successive titles. Albon would take little convincing to join from Williams and Mercedes would not need to pay him half of the £50million they were dishing out to Hamilton.

On talk of signing Verstappen, Wolff said in Shanghai, China: “There are so many factors that play a role for a driver joining.

“Clearly when you look at it from the most rational point of view, you can say: ‘That’s the quickest car in the hands of the quickest driver’. But I don’t think this is the only reason you stay where you are.

“I think, for simple minds, that might be the only reason why you stay in a car and that’s it but maybe there are more depths for some people that consider other factors too. I think that Max has that.

“In that respect, are we able to convince him? I don’t think it’s a matter of convincing.
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“I think that Max knows motor racing better than anyone, he will take decisions that he feels are good for him.

“I think a few factors play a role, but he’s the one that is going to trigger some more domino stones to fall in afterward. Everybody is waiting for what he’s going to do.”

The Horner-storm which has surrounded the team has been cited as a key factor in reports suggesting car designer Adrian Newey could leave the team amid heavy links to Ferrari and Aston Martin.

The internal power struggle at the team also saw advisor Helmut Marko placed under investigation, which is said to have left Verstappen angered and ready to leave if Marko was axed.

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Jos Verstappen, right, has previously hinted at his son leaving Red BullCredit: PA

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Verstappen threw his support behind his dad and advisor Helmut Marko when the latter’s job appeared to be threatened earlier this seasonCredit: Getty

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Care designer Adrian Newey is said to have been left uncomfortable following the Christian Horner storm earlier this seasonCredit: PA
Verstappen said at the time: “I am loyal to Helmut.

“He is a big and important part in my decision making and important he stays within the team including everyone else.

“It is important we keep people together because if an important pillar falls away, that is not good for my career as well.

“So for me, Helmut has to stay. He has built this team with [Red Bull co-founder] Dietrich Mateschitz from day one and been loyal.

Inside track on Hamilton’s life

LEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner.

The British speedster lives life in the fast lane both on and off the track, with a string of high-profile romances and jet-set lifestyle.

Hamilton made his name at McLaren and Mercedes but stunned the racing world by signing a £100million deal to join Ferrari for next season.

His exploits have seen him rub shoulders with Hollywood icon Brad Pitt but Lew snubbed the chance to feature in Top Gun 2.

And fans can follow his fortunes on the latest season of Netflix’s smash hit Drive To Survive.

Hamilton’s talent saw him go from humble origins in Stevenage to boasting an £11m car collection.

He joined celeb dating app Raya after splitting from Brazilian beauty Juliana Nalu.

And his exes are said to include Rita Ora, Rihanna and Nicole Scherzinger.

Hamilton was embroiled in a bitter feud with Nico Rosberg but the pair buried the hatchet to sport £35k watches they were given for FREE.

He also shared high-profile battles with Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel.

But his most shocking showdown saw Max Verstappen handed the World Championship over him by a controversial safety car decision.

The Brit is chasing a record eighth world title – the first of which came in 2008 and has seen Felipe Masa sue F1 for £62m after a crash saw him miss out.

Check out all our Lewis Hamilton articles here.

“You need to give the man respect for what he has done and that  comes back to loyalty and integrity and is important to why he stays part of the team.”

British racing icon Johnny Herbert then suggested a Verstappen-Mercedes deal was edging closer last month.

He told The Sun: “They’re very close to pushing [Max Verstappen] out of the team, I’ve heard they are getting quite close with the deal with Mercedes.”

Nico Hulkenberg is the latest F1 star to confirm their position on the grid next season after picking up a seat with Sauber, opening the door for Haas to sign Brit teen Oliver Bearman.

ADRIAN NEWEY will leave Red Bull Racing at the end of this year – cranking up the pressure on boss Christian Horner.

Newey, who has grown disillusioned with life in F1, is the sport’s greatest car designer and says he is now seeking a new challenge.

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Adrian Newey will leave Red Bull Racing in 2025Credit: Getty

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Newey, 65, has been a key figure alongside Christian HornerCredit: PA
The 65-year-old has been heavily linked with a switch to Ferrari where he would join up with Lewis Hamilton next season.

However, for the meantime he says he will see out the year with Red Bull while continuing to work on his hypercar project, the RB17, which launches in the summer.

He said: “Ever since I was a young boy, I wanted to be a designer of fast cars. My dream was to be an engineer in Formula One, and I’ve been lucky enough to make that dream a reality.

“For almost two decades it has been my great honour to have played a key role in Red Bull Racing’s progress from upstart newcomer to multiple title-winning team.

“However, I feel now is an opportune moment to hand that baton over to others and to seek new challenges for myself.

“In the interim, the final stages of development of RB17 are upon us, so for the remainder of my time with the team my focus will lie there.”

Newey is responsible for designing cars that have won 12 constructors’ titles with three different teams and 13 drivers’ championships.

However, insiders say he has grown disillusioned with life at Red Bull Racing for some time and has previously expressed a desire to walk away.

Adrian Newey is the current design chief at Red Bull Racing.

The 65-year-old has played a crucial role in designing the cars that have helped Sebastian Vettel and Max Vertappen win SEVEN drivers’ world championships.

Newey began designing in Formula One back in 1988 with March, where his cars were far more competitive than expected.

After March he spent time with Williams and McLaren before joining Red Bull in 2005.

Throughout his career he has contributed to the cars that have secured 12 World Constructors’ titles and 13 World Drivers’ championships.

He is widely considered to be the greatest designer in the history of F1.

In 2014 he was given permission by Red Bull Racing to work on other projects away from F1.

And even last season he was contemplating stepping away from F1 – well before the internal complaint made against Horner – but was lured back with a new contract.
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Newey is said to be at odds with the modern world of F1 and how Horner and Red Bull Racing have been catapulted into the limelight.

He has also seen the turbulence created within Red Bull Racing following the internal investigation following a complaint of inappropriate behaviour by a female colleague against Horner.

Newey was not directly involved but worked closely with the claimant and has a long-standing friendship with Horner that stretches back to 2005 when he signed from McLaren.

Newey’s departure, which was agreed late on Tuesday evening, will be a hammer blow to Horner, who has seen his position within the team come under the microscope.

He is under huge pressure following allegations of inappropriate behaviour, which he had been cleared of, but now subjected to an appeal.

Horner could also lose star driver Max Verstappen as part of the internal row that has ripped the team apart.

His vision and brilliance have helped us to 13 titles in 20 seasons

Christian Horner

And he is due to face a barrage of questions at this week’s Miami GP.
Horner said: “All of our greatest moments from the past 20 years have come with Adrian’s hand on the technical tiller.

“His vision and brilliance have helped us to 13 titles in 20 seasons.

“His exceptional ability to conceptualise beyond F1 and bring wider inspiration to bear on the design of grand prix cars, his remarkable talent for embracing change and finding the most rewarding areas of the rules to focus on, and his relentless will to win have helped Red Bull Racing to become a greater force than I think even the late [Red Bull co-founder] Dietrich Mateschitz might have imagined.

“More than that, the past 19 years with Adrian have been enormous fun.

“For me, when Adrian joined Red Bull, he was already a superstar designer. Two decades and 13 Championships later he leaves as a true legend.

“He is also my friend and someone I will be eternally grateful to for everything he brought to our partnership.

“The legacy he leaves behind will echo through the halls of Milton Keynes and RB17 Track Car will be a fitting testament and legacy to his time with us.”

LEWIS HAMILTON says he would “very much” like to have Adrian Newey join him at Ferrari.

Newey, F1’s most successful designer, announced he was leaving Red Bull Racing on Wednesday.

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Lewis Hamilton said it would be a privilege to work with Adrian Newey at FerrariCredit: Rex

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Newey announced his Red Bull departure yesterday and has been heavily linked with FerrariCredit: PA
The 65-year-old has negotiated an early exit from this deal with the world champions that would allow him to move early next year.

It would free him up to join Hamilton at Ferrari for next season in preparation for a major new rule change in F1 in 2026.

Hamilton was quizzed ahead of this weekend’s Miami GP about working with Newey and said: “Adrian has such a great history and track record.

“He’s done an amazing job through his career, engaging with teams and the knowledge he has. I think he would be an amazing addition.

“I felt privileged that I had the chance to touch something that he had worked on.

“Racing against the team that he’s been so heavily a part of has been a massive challenge but I think we have to remember there are a lot of people in the background.
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“It’s not one person, it’s a whole team of people who do the job. You can imagine all the amazing experience that he brings to the team, but the people that he works with will continue to do an amazing job.

“I don’t anticipate Red Bull not continuing to build great cars moving forward. But any team would be fortunate to have the opportunity to work with him.”

Max Verstappen, who has been the main beneficiary of Newey’s designs in recent seasons, insisted the designer’s exit will not force him to quit Red Bull despite being linked with a move to Mercedes.

He said: “All of these things, a couple of years ago, would have been a bit unexpected but I think it is always very important to remain calm and focused on your job, know who you’re working with, feel comfortable.

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Max Verstappen also opened up on his Red Bull future following Newey’s exitCredit: Reuters
“At the end of the day, we need to have the fastest car, that’s what I always demanded, that’s what we finally got for a couple of years now.

“And we have a very strong technical team that are part of the team still for a long time. It goes on like it was going before.

“Of course Adrian from when he started at Red Bull, he was incredibly important for the success that they had.

“Over time, his role has changed a bit and a lot of people don’t understand what he was actually doing.

Who is Adrian Newey?

Adrian Newey was the design chief at Red Bull Racing.

The 65-year-old has played a crucial role in designing the cars that have helped Sebastian Vettel and Max Vertappen win SEVEN drivers’ world championships.

Newey began designing in Formula One back in 1988 with March, where his cars were far more competitive than expected.

After March he spent time with Williams and McLaren before joining Red Bull in 2005.

Throughout his career he has contributed to the cars that have secured 12 World Constructors’ titles and 13 World Drivers’ championships.

He is widely considered to be the greatest designer in the history of F1.

“I don’t say he wasn’t doing anything but his role has evolved. A lot of good people came into the team that have strengthened that whole department.

“Of course I would have preferred him to stay, for sure, because you can always rely on his experience and just as a person he is a great guy to chat to and relate to.

“Because he is very bright, very smart but he would also talk to the driver and interpret that into the car, in terms of he would try to imagine himself driving.

“But I also really trust that the technical team we have outside of Adrian is very, very strong. They have basically shown that with the last few years with how competitive the car is.

But any team would be fortunate to have the opportunity to work with him.

Lewis Hamilton

“From the outside, it looks very dramatic. But I think if you know what is happening inside the team it is not as dramatic as it seems.”

When asked again if he would consider his position in Red Bull, Verstappen again denied that he would be seeking a move.

He added: “I think people are making up a lot of things at the moment because they don’t understand how the roles were in the team.

“But of course, I cannot deny I would have preferred him to stay, just for how he is as a person, his knowledge and what he will potentially bring to another team if he wants to join.

Inside track on Hamilton’s life

LEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner.

The British speedster lives life in the fast lane both on and off the track, with a string of high-profile romances and jet-set lifestyle.

Hamilton made his name at McLaren and Mercedes but stunned the racing world by signing a £100million deal to join Ferrari for next season.

His exploits have seen him rub shoulders with Hollywood icon Brad Pitt but Lew snubbed the chance to feature in Top Gun 2.

And fans can follow his fortunes on the latest season of Netflix’s smash hit Drive To Survive.

Hamilton’s talent saw him go from humble origins in Stevenage to boasting an £11m car collection.

He joined celeb dating app Raya after splitting from Brazilian beauty Juliana Nalu.

And his exes are said to include Rita Ora, Rihanna and Nicole Scherzinger.

Hamilton was embroiled in a bitter feud with Nico Rosberg but the pair buried the hatchet to sport £35k watches they were given for FREE.

He also shared high-profile battles with Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel.

But his most shocking showdown saw Max Verstappen handed the World Championship over him by a controversial safety car decision.

The Brit is chasing a record eighth world title – the first of which came in 2008 and has seen Felipe Masa sue F1 for £62m after a crash saw him miss out.

Check out all our Lewis Hamilton articles here.

“If someone really wants to leave they should leave. That’s also what I wrote to him. We talk, it’s not like suddenly we don’t talk.

“If you think that is the right decision for yourself and family, or you seek a different challenge or whatever, you have to do it.”

Meanwhile, Sergio Perez says Red Bull will cope without Newey, but says he will be an asset to any team he joins.

He said: “Everyone is fully committed to the season and the future looks bright.

“It is normal for some movement, but the organisation looks strong and I don’t expect more changes.

“Adrian is much more than a designer, he can influence set-up and strategies and a strong guy who will make an immediate impact wherever he goes.”

MAX VERSTAPPEN has broken his silence on rumours linking him with a move to Mercedes.

And while he emphatically denied that he would leave Red Bull this season, he stopped short of completely ruling out a move.

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Verstappen ruled out joining Mercedes… For nowCredit: Rex
It comes after it was announced that Verstappen’s rival Lewis Hamilton would be joining Ferrari in a £100million deal back in February.

That’s left a gap at Mercedes, and Verstappen’s alleged tensions with Red Bull chief Christian Horner has led to speculation that he would make a shock switch.

Sources in Austria claim Mercedes head honcho Toto Wolff is prepared to make a £128m-a-year offer to have three-time world champion Verstappen replace Hamilton.

Verstappen has now said that won’t happen for the time being, and even took a cheeky swipe at Mercedes during his interview ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.

As long as Red Bull’s car remains competitive, there is no obvious rush for Verstappen to jump ship.

He is under contract with the energy drink giant until 2028, so would struggle to move without a hefty compensation package.
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The team were rocked by scandal last season affecting principal Christian Horner, although he was cleared of wrongdoing by an internal investigation.

Tensions between Verstappen’s father Jos and Horner remain, although the car still appears to be a winning machine on the track.

The departure of the car’s designer, Adrian Newey, could affect that performance next season.

Hamilton offered a cheeky plea to Newey suggesting he should join him at Ferrari, which Newey repaid by saying he was “flattered” by the interest.