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Fernando Alonso has expressed he is more hopeful about Aston Martin’s prospects under F1’s new 2026 rules now the team has simulation tools it can trust.
Fernando Alonso feels more optimistic about Aston Martin‘s future in Formula 1 under the new 2026 rules now that the team has reliable simulation tools.
Aston Martin is currently sixth in the Constructors’ Championship, trailing Williams by 24 points but showing improvement in recent races.
Alonso endured a rough start to the season but has since recorded six top-10 finishes, crediting mid-season upgrades for enhancing the car’s competitiveness.
The Spaniard praises Aston Martin’s progress in making the car more drivable, leading to more consistent point-scoring performances.
Alonso’s confidence for the future is boosted by the team’s ability to trust their development tools and deliver as expected, a positive change from previous seasons.
