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Aston Martin remains bullish about the chances of being the Formula 1 team that catches Red Bull as it endeavours
The Silverstone-based squad surprised many last season with their revised AMR23 car and Fernando Alonso’s regular podium finishes. However, Aston Martin’s performance declined once the development race started, resulting in a drop to fifth place in the Constructors’ standings. Despite this, the team maintained this position at the start of 2024 and set lofty goals for the new AMR24 car, aiming to create a strong foundation for future development. Aston Martin Performance Director Tom McCullough emphasized the team’s commitment to continuous improvement, drawing inspiration from McLaren’s impressive progress in the previous season. He noted that Aston Martin is still evolving as a team, with new facilities and resources, and aims to push the development of their car forward. Despite initial challenges, Aston Martin is focused on introducing significant upgrades during the European season to enhance their competitiveness on the track, with optimism about the car’s aerodynamic philosophy and development trajectory.
