Adrian Newey will take on the role of Aston Martin team principal from the 2026 season, with Andy Cowell changing role to chief strategy officer.

Cowell had overseen Aston Martin as team principal and CEO, but Aston Martin has announced that Newey and Cowell have agreed to divide their responsibilities, and the team’s managing technical partner will become team principal from next year.

Adrian Newey to become Aston Martin team principal as Cowell changes role

PlanetF1.com reported over the weekend that Cowell had been set to take on a new role within Aston Martin imminently, with several contenders having been mooted for a potential move into the team principal role.

Instead, the team looked to an internal solution, with design great Newey taking on the role in a move that will get bo

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