Newey’s Red Bull ‘tools’ blocked as Lewis Hamilton’s 40th...

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On the occasion of Lewis Hamilton’s 40th birthday, fans hope he indulged in a well-deserved piece of cake before returning to the rigors of pre-season training to burn off those calories. This milestone birthday coincides with significant developments in the world of Formula 1, particularly with Hamilton’s recent transition from Mercedes to Ferrari. Shortly after his departure from Mercedes, the team took to social media to extend their birthday wishes to Hamilton in Italian, reflecting a sense of camaraderie despite his move.

Now officially a Ferrari driver after a successful tenure with Mercedes, Hamilton’s departure hasn’t diminished the goodwill shared between him and his former team. The celebrations surrounding his birthday highlight the mutual respect in the F1 community, characterized by phrases like “Molto bene,” emphasizing the positive sentiment.

In addition to Hamilton’s birthday celebrations, Mercedes has announced a major partnership with Adidas, marking the sportswear giant’s inaugural venture into Formula 1 as an official team partner and kit supplier. This collaboration is set to provide Mercedes with a comprehensive range of clothing, which team principal Toto Wolff hailed as a “groundbreaking collaboration” for the team and the sport at large.

Meanwhile, Alpine revealed their own partnership with Castore, which will commence in 2025. Castore is also currently supplying team kits to Red Bull and McLaren, reflecting a growing trend of collaborations between teams and sportswear brands.

Adrian Newey, the renowned design genius behind many successful Red Bull cars, is preparing for his transition to Aston Martin, where he will focus on the 2026 regulations. He is currently involved with the RB17 hypercar but expressed frustration over being hindered