The renowned British engineer Adrian Newey, a prominent figure in the history of Formula 1, has officially begun his work at the Aston Martin team, which has the main drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, son of the team's owner. Newey's addition to Aston Martin has generated great expectations among fans, as it is seen as a significant opportunity for Alonso to return to the path of victory and fight for the title, especially with the regulatory changes planned for next year that will level the playing field among the teams.
Despite being 43 years old, Alonso maintains an exceptional level and, when equipped with a competitive car, becomes a formidable rival for any other driver. This was demonstrated in early 2023, when he achieved several podiums with Aston Martin before the car's performance was affected. Throughout his career, Newey and Alonso have engaged in intense battles from different points on the track. Newey is the mastermind behind the Red Bulls that allowed Sebastian Vettel to surpass Alonso and win titles in 2010 and 2012, as well as the vehicles that propelled Max Verstappen to four championships between 2021 and 2024.
Additionally, Newey played a key role during Williams' golden era in the 90s and at McLaren. Throughout his career, he has significantly contributed to the achievement of multiple titles for both drivers and constructors. Among the drivers' championships Newey contributed to are those won by Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill, Jacques Villeneuve, Mika Hakkinen, Sebastian Vettel, and Max Verstappen. Regarding constructors' championships, Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull are among the teams where his work was essential.
