Christian Horner is reportedly in the running to replace Aston Martin's CEO Andy Cowell, who could be on the verge of losing his job. The move comes amid disagreements between Cowell and the team's new managing technical partner, Adrian Newey.
Cowell, a former Red Bull chief executive, has been at odds with Newey over who should be in charge. Newey, an F1 design legend and winner of 12 constructors' and 13 drivers' world titles with Williams, McLaren and Red Bull, is leading work on the team's 2026 car.
Horner, who was sacked by Red Bull in July after allegations of misconduct were made against him, is pushing for a leadership role at Aston Martin. He may also secure a shareholding in the team.
However, Stroll has said that he only cares about the team's success and providing a competitive car for his son Lance, one of their drivers. This suggests that Horner might not be the favorite candidate for the CEO role.
Cowell would be the fourth senior leader to leave his position at Aston Martin since 2022. The team is undergoing significant changes, including a major technical restructure and changes to its design engineers' roles.
The situation highlights the challenges facing Stroll in managing his Formula 1 team. With no clear resolution in sight, it remains to be seen how this saga will unfold in the coming weeks and months.
Cowell, a former Red Bull chief executive, has been at odds with Newey over who should be in charge. Newey, an F1 design legend and winner of 12 constructors' and 13 drivers' world titles with Williams, McLaren and Red Bull, is leading work on the team's 2026 car.
Horner, who was sacked by Red Bull in July after allegations of misconduct were made against him, is pushing for a leadership role at Aston Martin. He may also secure a shareholding in the team.
However, Stroll has said that he only cares about the team's success and providing a competitive car for his son Lance, one of their drivers. This suggests that Horner might not be the favorite candidate for the CEO role.
Cowell would be the fourth senior leader to leave his position at Aston Martin since 2022. The team is undergoing significant changes, including a major technical restructure and changes to its design engineers' roles.
The situation highlights the challenges facing Stroll in managing his Formula 1 team. With no clear resolution in sight, it remains to be seen how this saga will unfold in the coming weeks and months.
. I think Horner's a smart guy who knows the F1 game inside out, but Stroll's gotta think about his son Lance's career first. He needs to get that car competing with the big boys if he wants Lance to stay in the sport. As for Cowell leaving, it's like music to some people's ears 
- maybe someone new can bring some fresh blood and ideas to the team. But honestly, I think we'll just see more of the same - F1 politics and backroom deals that make no sense to the fans.
. It sounds like they're going through some serious identity crisis mode. I mean, Cowell's been there for ages but now he's got Newey breathing down his neck? That's gonna be a power struggle for the ages 
. And Horner's trying to swoop in as the new CEO? Not sure if that's gonna work out either, feels like he's still got some baggage from Red Bull 
. Stroll's just worried about getting a good car for Lance, I get it, but maybe he should've thought of that before sacking all these other senior leaders 
. Guess we'll just have to wait and see how this whole thing plays out 
. but at the same time, Cowell's all about the cash 
, might just want to sell the team or something. Stroll's just trying to get his son Lance ahead, doesn't really care about the team's future 
. and on the other hand, Horner wants in on the action, might be good for a shake-up 
. but what if Newey takes over? would that even make sense? i dunno 
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