Formula 1's competitive order might be dictated by engine power with the new rule change in 2026, according to new Aston Martin designer Adrian Newey.

The design guru, who is leaving Red Bull for Aston in March, has his sights set on the next set of regulations

Ahead of the Miami Grand Prix another stunning announcement came with the news that Adrian Newey, arguably the greatest engineer in the history of the sport, would be leaving Red Bull. That sparked months of speculation about where Newey would land next, speculation that finally ended with the announcement he was moving to Aston Martin.

Aston Martin's soon-to-be managing technical partner and Formula 1 aero guru, Adrian Newey predicts that the new era of rules starting in 2026 will be dominated

Adrian Newey has opened up on the once “crazy” notion of leaving Red Bull to move onto pastures new in Formula 1 with Aston Martin. Newey, 66, has achieved everything imaginable as an F1 designer, contributing to world championship success with Williams, McLaren and Red Bull.

While Newey's arrival has sparked much excitement, Alonso has already called for a dose of realism, suggesting it will be at least another 12 months before they are ready to challenge consistently at the top of the order.

Adrian Newey, who moves to Aston Martin on the 1st of March as the team's managing technical partner and shareholder, has hinted at his potential involvement in