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Ferrari should be “licking their wounds” over the “short-sighted” decision not to sign Adrian Newey, according to Nigel Mansell.
The Italian marque considered hiring Adrian Newey when he announced his departure from Red Bull earlier this year. Despite talks, Newey ultimately signed with Aston Martin as their Managing Technical Partner. Mansell, who won a title with Newey’s design in 1992, believes Ferrari made a mistake not hiring him. Ferrari’s boss, Vasseur, mentioned that discussions with Newey broke down due to differing views on his role within the team. Aston Martin’s owner, Lawrence Stroll, sees Newey as a valuable and cost-effective addition to the team. Stroll emphasizes that Newey is not just an investment but a long-term partner bringing substantial value to the company.
