Could Adrian Newey become Aston Martin’s key to F1 glory? Reportedly, the aero wizard has chosen the Silverstone-based team. Although there are no official statements, we expect news to come in by September. If this is true, then Lawrence Stroll has finally hit the home run! Newey could be the last piece of the jigsaw puzzle for Aston Martin. Moreover, Stroll’s abundant resources would help the maestro in his creations.

For all these months, two names had been persistent: Ferrari and Aston Martin. However, Ferrari soon left the table. Why? Maintaining an individual like Newey would be difficult, given they have already poached Lewis Hamilton. On the other hand, Lawrence Stroll’s team is still under development. Stroll said, “We’re still in a period of growth – but I think we have to be open-minded and dynamic, in terms of personnel as well as car development.” Despite having the veteran Fernando Alonso, the team hasn’t capitalized on its upgrades. Meanwhile, a new set of rumors has escaped the rumor mills.

It is believed that Lawrence Stroll could consider Max Verstappen for 2026. This would be possible only when Fernando Alonso voluntarily retires or Lance Stroll shifts to WEC. Moreover, the Red Bull-Ford engine might not convince the three-time champion, and he would prefer to stay with Honda. At the same time, if you look at the strategy, you’ll understand how Stroll Sr. is setting the scene for the 3x World Champion.

Given the current situation at Red Bull, if the cars don’t improve, there is a possibility that Verstappen might consider other teams. Mercedes would surely be the top name on his radar. But, with Adrian Newey at Aston Martin, the Dutchman could give the team some thoughts. However, there is an underlying issue in bringing in Verstappen at Aston Martin.

Lawrence Stroll might have to face a massive Fernando Alonso hurdle to bring Max Verstappen

A massive challenge lies ahead of Lawrence Stroll, and the name of the challenge is Fernando Alonso. We know how competitive ‘Nando’ can get on track. He is not the one to back out from a good fight. This could pose a threat to Aston Martin’s Max Verstappen dream. The ‘Flying Dutchman’ would prefer a rather feeble teammate than someone like Alonso. Why do you think he prefers Sergio Perez or Daniel Ricciardo in Red Bull’s second seat?

Just having Adrian Newey wouldn’t simply work. A more complex strategy needs to be prepared if Aston Martin desires to get Max Verstappen for 2026. Moreover, is it guaranteed that the Silverstone-based team will become outstanding when the new regulations era begins? No. So, it would only take an insane amount of convincing to poach Max away from Christian Horner. Maybe Aston Martin can wait till 2028, when Verstappen’s contract ends with Red Bull.

Lawrence Stroll’s ambition seems far-fetched. But it isn’t impossible. Especially now that he has almost acquired the legend, Adrian Newey, Aston Martin is aiming for an absolute revamp. Would it be enough to persuade Max Verstappen? As of now, maybe not. But who knows what the future holds!

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