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Aston Martin makes offer to poach Newey from F1 rival Red Bull
Since joining Red Bull in 2005, Newey has attracted interest from rival teams due to his key role in the championship-winning success of drivers like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen. Lawrence Stroll of Aston Martin has reportedly made a big-money contract offer to lure the legendary designer away from Red Bull to enhance their competitiveness in Formula 1. Stroll’s ambition to build a team capable of challenging the likes of Red Bull, Mercedes, and Ferrari has seen him making significant moves, including attracting key designers and securing a works Honda deal for the future. Bringing Newey on board could be pivotal in closing the gap with the top teams and convincing drivers like Fernando Alonso and Max Verstappen to stay with Aston Martin instead of switching teams. However, Newey’s existing contract extension with Red Bull and his previous loyalty to the team may pose a challenge for Stroll’s pursuit. Despite the uncertainty, Stroll’s offer highlights his determination to establish Aston Martin as a force in Formula 1, with the potential to significantly alter the landscape of the sport. Aston Martin has refrained from commenting on the matter when approached for a statement by Motorsport.com.
