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Aston Martin Formula 1 boss Mike Krack believes the team is no longer in “no man’s land” due to the
Aston Martin started the prior season as Red Bull’s closest competitor, but their performance declined throughout and they finished fifth in the Constructors’ standings. This season, they have maintained their fifth place position while adopting a more aggressive development strategy. Team principal Krack believes they are now in a more competitive form, despite Alonso’s exceptional performance at Suzuka. The team showed improvement at the race in Japan, with Krack highlighting their ability to pass competitors and stay ahead of Mercedes. Lance Stroll struggled with the new upgrades, finishing behind Alonso, prompting caution from Krack about drawing conclusions from just one race. The team is analyzing the data to fully understand the impact of the recent changes and determine their next steps for the upcoming races.
