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Martin Brundle casts grim verdict on Aston Martin’s F1 2026 “horror show”
Martin Brundle has stated that Aston Martin’s performance won’t improve until the 2027 Formula 1 season at the earliest, calling their current state a “horror show.” The team is currently at the bottom of the constructors’ championship after a challenging start to the 2026 F1 season. Aston Martin is facing various issues with its chassis and Honda power unit, lagging far behind the front of the grid. Despite finishing a Grand Prix distance for the first time in Japan, Aston Martin struggles with speed and reliability, with both Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll expressing concerns. Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft suggests that Aston Martin may not introduce a B-spec car until the Belgian Grand Prix in July, highlighting the long-term nature of the team’s challenges. Overall, Aston Martin is facing a difficult road ahead in the current season, with significant improvements not expected until 2027.
