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Aston Martin has announced that Dan Fallows will vacate his current role as the team’s Technical Director this month in a move which could be the opening domino to a wider shake-up as it bids to arrest its ongoing rut in F1.
The Silverstone-based squad, which had been celebrating consistent podium finishes, struggled to maintain its early success in the 2023 campaign after Fernando Alonso’s arrival brought Aston Martin to the forefront as Red Bull’s main challenger, culminating in six top-three finishes in the first eight races. However, Aston Martin’s performance declined as competitors like Ferrari and Mercedes caught up to their downwash technology, while McLaren’s resurgence pushed them further down the grid, resulting in a disappointing fifth-place finish. Despite this, Alonso managed to secure two more podium finishes at Zandvoort and Interlagos, helping Aston Martin earn 280 points, a significant improvement from the previous year. The team’s Technical Director, Fallows, remained optimistic about the lessons learned and structural improvements made for the current season, aiming to ensure a competitive edge in the fast-paced development race of Formula 1. Unfortunately, Aston Martin’s recent struggles on track have proven challenging, with initial updates leading to handling issues and a decline in performance, leaving the team fighting to regain lost ground against their rivals.
