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Krack: Aston Martin F1 team no longer in “no-man’s land”
After Bahrain, the AMR24 was seen as the fifth fastest car in the leading group based on race pace, finishing ninth and 10th. Fernando Alonso achieved fifth place in Saudi Arabia and sixth in Australia before a penalty. In Japan, he secured sixth place after what he believed to be one of his best weekends. His teammate Lance Stroll faced challenges but improved from 16th to 12th at the end, overtaking competitors. Team Principal Mike Krack highlighted Alonso’s performance in Suzuka as proof of the team’s improved race pace, surpassing Mercedes. Krack attributed starting Alonso on soft tires to their success, embracing strategic decisions amidst uncertainties. Regarding the upgrade package in Suzuka, Krack emphasized the ongoing analysis to comprehend the changes’ impact and determine future strategies based on gathered data.
