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Aston Martin Power Shift: Andy Cowell Exits as Adrian Newey Takes Charge for F1 2026

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
November 24, 2025
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Aston Martin Power Shift: Andy Cowell Exits as Adrian Newey Takes Charge for F1 2026

MONTE-CARLO, MONACO - MAY 22: Adrian Newey, Managing Technical Partner of Aston Martin F1 Team looks on during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 22, 2025 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. (Photo by Zak Mauger/LAT Images) 2216505018 Color Image, Horizontal, sport, motorsport, formula one racing

ANDY COWELL’S ASTONISHING EXIT: A SHOCKWAVE IN F1 AS COWELL LEAVES ASTON MARTIN!

In a stunning turn of events, Andy Cowell, the prominent team principal and CEO of Aston Martin, is reportedly poised to exit his role with the Silverstone-based racing team. Sources have indicated that this significant departure is set to unfold just ahead of the exhilarating Qatar Grand Prix. The timing couldn’t be more dramatic, occurring in the wake of the Brazilian Grand Prix, as Aston Martin gears up for an ambitious overhaul in anticipation of the F1 2026 season.

Cowell’s re-entry into Formula 1 was marked by his return to Aston Martin towards the end of the 2024 season, but the winds of change are sweeping through the organization, leading to his imminent departure. As the team undertakes a crucial restructuring of its technical department, insiders reveal that the departure of Cowell is part of a broader strategy to refine the team’s framework. Notably, aerodynamics director Eric Blandin is among the technical personnel expected to leave, underscoring the scale of the shake-up.

The last 18 months have been tumultuous for Aston Martin, with a series of managerial changes that have left fans and analysts alike buzzing with speculation. The controversial exit of former technical lead Dan Fallows and the high-profile acquisition of Adrian Newey, the former chief technical officer of Red Bull, have set the stage for a spectacular reshaping of the team. Newey’s arrival as managing technical partner—enhanced by his status as a shareholder—has seemingly altered the balance of power within the organization, leading to tensions with Cowell.

Reports suggest that Cowell and Newey have been at odds over crucial design philosophies and leadership dynamics. Such friction is hardly surprising, given Cowell’s expertise in power units contrasts sharply with Newey’s aerodynamic prowess. Cowell, the genius behind Mercedes’ dominating hybrid power units that clinched multiple championships from 2014 to 2021, had initially taken a sabbatical from F1 in 2020 before being lured back by the ambitious Lawrence Stroll.

Stroll’s aggressive strategy to revamp Aston Martin has also seen key figures like Enrico Cardile, Ferrari’s chassis technical director, join the ranks. With Newey and Cardile now firmly entrenched, Aston Martin is poised to pivot towards a future that aligns with their evolving technical vision.

As Cowell’s exit looms, speculation around potential successors is heating up. Former McLaren team principal Andreas Seidl and ex-Red Bull chief Christian Horner are both being eyed as top candidates to fill the vacancy. With Horner looking to reclaim a stake in an F1 team, the opportunity at Aston Martin presents a tantalizing proposition—especially considering the strong bonds he shares with Newey.

In a statement that leaves the door open for interpretations, an Aston Martin spokesperson refrained from confirming Cowell’s departure, instead opting to focus on maximizing performance in the remaining races and preparing for the pivotal 2026 season. Meanwhile, the FIA has confirmed that Jason Somerville, head of aero, is currently on gardening leave, adding yet another layer of intrigue to the ongoing reshuffling within F1.

As the drama unfolds, one thing is certain: the F1 landscape is shifting, and Aston Martin is at the heart of it. With Cowell’s departure marking a significant chapter in the team’s history, fans and competitors alike are left on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next move in this high-stakes game. Will the changes bring about the revitalization Aston Martin desperately seeks, or will they plunge the team into further chaos? Only time will tell!

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