Adrian Newey
Aston Martin completes first full day of 2026 F1 shakedown in Barcelona
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Aston Martin finally put its new AMR26 through a proper test during the Barcelona shakedown, with Fernando Alonso logging 61 laps on the final day after an initial setback. The team arrived late but expressed pride in overcoming major changes, including a new Honda partnership and in-house gearbox. Adrian Newey's influence motivated the squad amid the debut of his first design for the team.
Fernando Alonso has shared his excitement after taking the new Aston Martin AMR26 for its first laps during the Barcelona Shakedown. The Spaniard highlighted the significant impact of designer Adrian Newey on the team. He described the experience as special amid major changes for the squad ahead of the 2026 season.
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Fernando Alonso shared positive impressions after testing Aston Martin's 2026 car, the AMR26, for the first time at the Barcelona Shakedown. The 44-year-old driver highlighted the valuable contributions of new team designer Adrian Newey. Alonso noted that Newey is 'always teaching us something.'