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Adrian Newey ‘furious’ about latest FIA ruling
F1 design legend Adrian Newey is reportedly furious at the FIA’s ruling on a potential loophole in the new power unit regulations. Newey, who joined Aston Martin in March 2025 as managing technical partner and was later promoted to team principal, aims to elevate the team to championship contention. The 2026 regulations could improve Aston Martin’s position on the grid, but Newey is upset by a ruling regarding alleged ‘tricks’ in the power unit regulations discovered by Mercedes and Red Bull. Despite a belief that the compression ratio trick was illegal, the FIA deemed it acceptable after a meeting. L’Equipe reported Newey’s frustration with the ruling, highlighting concerns about their competitiveness for 2026 and beyond. Aston Martin’s partnership with Honda could be pivotal, although challenges with the new power unit have been noted, hinting at a potential struggle in the upcoming season. Looking ahead to the future, Aston Martin is aiming for championship success in 2027 and 2028 amid a competitive F1 landscape.
