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Aston Martin F1 boss Mike Krack has hailed Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll for sticking by the team in their most difficult moments during 2023.
Aston Martin had a strong start to the season but their competitiveness declined throughout the year due to a development war. Despite claiming six podiums in the first eight races, the team only managed to reach the rostrum twice more, ultimately finishing behind McLaren in the constructors’ championship. The team’s lowest point came in Mexico where they failed to score points, but Alonso and Stroll handled the disappointment admirably, refraining from publicly blaming Aston Martin. Krack praised their character and their support of the team’s long-term goals. Unlike drivers from other teams, Alonso and Stroll didn’t shift blame onto the team in the media, emphasizing their role as part of the team.
