Newey takes on Goodwood in … Ferrari red!

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Adrian Newey, the master of aerodynamics and a man equally as skilled behind the wheel of a racing car, blasted up the hill at Goodwood’s Festival of Speed on Saturday.

And he did it while thrilling the crowds onboard Niki Lauda’s beautiful race-wining 1974 Ferrari B3.

As the legendary designer sent the scarlet beast roaring up the hill, it was hard not to wonder if this was a not-so-subtle hint about his F1 future.

With Newey departing Red Bull in early 2025, speculation is still rife over a high-profile move to the House of Maranello.

Was this Goodwood run a mere display of driving prowess, or a secret reconnaissance mission? Only time will tell.

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.