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Fernando Alonso insists it’s “unfair” to compare Aston Martin to established names in Formula 1 like Ferrari or Mercedes, but he’s convinced it can match those sides. Alonso’s arrival at Aston Martin last term coincided with the team emerging as a surprise front-running fixture as he recorded six podiums in the opening eight rounds. However, […]
Alonso’s tenure at Aston Martin began impressively, with the team achieving several podium finishes early on but struggled to maintain the momentum due to development setbacks, ultimately landing them in fifth place. Despite remaining in a similar position this season, the team has not seen the expected progress with their upgrades, leading to a regression towards the midfield. Alonso emphasized that it’s unfair to compare Aston Martin to more established teams like Ferrari or Mercedes, highlighting the team’s growth from 300 to almost 900 people in just two years. With a new state-of-the-art headquarters and plans for further expansion, Aston Martin aims to be competitive and successful in the future, particularly with the upcoming regulation changes in 2026. Alonso is confident in the team’s potential, mentioning the recruitment of high-profile engineers and the focus on immediate improvements to the car’s performance on race day.
