P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Fernando Alonso has expressed regret that he’s never had the chance to work with Formula 1 design maestro Adrian Newey,
“Adrian Newey, who has been with Red Bull for almost 20 years, revealed that he was tempted to join Ferrari in 2014 due to frustration with the uncompetitive Renault engine powering his Red Bull designs at the time. Had he made the move, it could have influenced Fernando Alonso to stay with Ferrari instead of joining McLaren. Newey expressed regret at turning down the opportunity and expressed admiration for both Alonso and Lewis Hamilton, stating that working with them would have been fantastic. Alonso, in turn, spoke highly of Newey, describing him as a legend of the sport and expressing his desire to work with him. Despite the missed opportunity, Newey’s commitment to Red Bull has led to their return to title-winning form, with four consecutive championships from 2010-2013 and back-to-back titles in recent years. Meanwhile, Alonso experienced a difficult period, particularly during his time at McLaren, where he faced issues with engine performance and competitiveness. However, his partnership with Aston Martin in 2023 proved successful, with multiple podium finishes and a strong challenge to Red Bull.”
