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Fernando Alonso has taken delivery of an Adrian Newey-designed Aston Martin machine.
Fernando Alonso recently received an Aston Martin gift – an Adrian Newey-designed Valkyrie, a powerful 6.5 litre V12 machine producing 1,155bhp. The Valkyrie, limited to 150 units, was conceptualized by Newey during his time at Red Bull when Aston was a sponsor before starting its F1 program in 2021. Newey, departing from Red Bull as CTO, is rumored to join Alonso at Aston Martin by mid-2025 for the 2026 rule changes. Executive chairman Lawrence Stroll lauds Newey as Formula 1’s most skilled individual, as the team invests in new facilities to woo Newey to Silverstone. An official announcement is anticipated before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in mid-September, marking a milestone for Alonso who eagerly awaits taking his Valkyrie on the road, featuring a personal touch with his race number on the accelerator pedal.
