Sep.10 (GMM) Fernando Alonso says the arrival of Adrian Newey at Aston Martin this 12 months gave him new confidence concerning the staff’s future.
In feedback leaked from a sponsor interview with Maaden and distributed by Spanish retailers, two-time champion Alonso described Newey – who’s main Aston’s 2026 design – as “one of the best designer within the historical past of the game.”
“Newey makes me really feel very secure,” stated the 44-year-old.
“In all probability nobody will ever match his numbers. His approach of working explains a few of the outcomes he’s achieved.
“He has an unimaginable approach of seeing the automobile as a single piece that works collectively, not as particular person units that present efficiency,” the Spaniard continued. “He’s capable of anticipate your entire automobile as if it had been a single piece. He appears to have every little thing below management always.
“He has a self-confidence I’ve most likely by no means seen earlier than. He’s not nervous about different groups, different philosophies, or different designs. He believes his would be the finest.”
Alonso stated Aston Martin’s current struggles had been circled by management strikes reminiscent of Newey’s signing. “Arrivals like Newey have allowed us to reset our expectations and our motivation,” he stated.
“In case you don’t see any change when the state of affairs isn’t good, then it turns into an issue. Then you definately lose confidence. However I believe what I’ve discovered at Aston Martin is a staff and a management that can by no means be pleased till we win.”
Alonso recalled Newey’s go to to Monaco earlier this 12 months. “He doesn’t speak to many individuals, however on the similar time he’s at all times pondering and tinkering with issues. The entrance wing right here, the suspension there – I believe he’s extra of an artist than an engineer.”
Lastly, the 32-time grand prix winner stated he and Newey share an analogous mindset. “Once we’re motivated, we turn into obsessed,” he smiled.
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