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Aston Martin Formula 1 Technical Director Dan Fallows believes it’s “absolutely possible” for the team to repeat the exploits last
Aston Martin made significant progress in the 2022 season, finishing in fifth place with 225 more points than the previous year. They benefited from developing the downwash sidepod solution on the AMR23, which made them Red Bull’s closest contender. Fernando Alonso had a strong performance, scoring six podium finishes in eight races. However, they were outdeveloped by Ferrari and Mercedes due to unintended side effects from upgrades, and McLaren’s resurgence pushed them down further. Despite this, Aston Martin is optimistic about their chances in 2024 and believes there are still opportunities for improvement. They are focusing on addressing weaknesses such as straight-line speed and a narrow operating window, while also maintaining the strengths of their previous car. Aston Martin’s progress will ultimately depend on the actions of their competitors.
