Opinion: is Adrian Newey the one person who can improve Aston Martin’s F1 fortunes?

Adrian Newey is not simply an engineer, he is the Michelangelo of car design. A sculptor shaping airflow into world championships. His designs have conquered the sport for decades, with Williams, McLaren and Red Bull all enjoying their golden eras under his guidance.

His presence in a team is like having an ace up your sleeve. Aston Martin is an ambitious team with a billionaire’s backing, a former world champion in Fernando Alonso and a hunger for glory. Has it just secured the one ingredient that could transform it from contender to champion?