Formule-1 : Aston Martin shakes up leadership as Wheatley steps in for Newey

Adrian Newey steps down as team principal of Aston Martin F1, shifting focus to engineering as Jonathan Wheatley moves in as his replacement. Wheatley, previously at Audi for less than a year after two decades at Red Bull Racing, takes on a challenging role amid Aston Martin's troubled 2026 campaign. The AMR26, designed by Newey, struggles with reliability issues linked to its new Honda power unit, failing to finish races consistently. Newey's exit follows just four months after his appointment as team boss, marking a swift management shake-up. Wheatley’s return to familiar territory offers potential for recovery, despite the daunting task ahead. The close proximity of Aston Martin’s Silverstone base to Red Bull’s headquarters adds to the intrigue. Speculation suggests Newey may have endorsed Wheatley for the position, leveraging their shared history. Audi now faces the question of who will succeed Wheatley.