11. F1: Aston Martin may announce Adrian Newey
11. F1: Aston Martin may announce Adrian Newey

Aston Martin is preparing to make major changes to its Formula One team, with plans to bring in legendary designer Adrian Newey and potentially pursue reigning world champion Max Verstappen. Legendary designer Adrian Newey’s departure from Red Bull earlier this year sent shockwaves through the F1 paddock. While the intense competition on track in recent months has somewhat overshadowed speculation about his next move, behind the scenes Aston Martin appears to be the frontrunner to sign Newey. Although Newey has publicly stated his desire to take a break from F1 after leaving Red Bull in 2025, he is currently enjoying a period of sabbatical. This allows him to continue to work on the development of Red Bull’s RB17 supercar while temporarily taking a break from the pressures of the F1 season. Meanwhile, Aston Martin has undergone a dramatic transformation under the leadership of billionaire Lawrence Stroll. The team’s significant investment in facilities, infrastructure and people has taken their capabilities to…