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Lance Stroll attributes Aston Martin’s Formula 1 regression over the last 12 months to it being unable to maximise upgrades due to a wrong direction in development. Aston Martin capitalised on several teams being held back with incorrect car philosophies to emerge as Red Bull’s closest challenger in the opening rounds last term. However, Ferrari, […]
Aston Martin emerged as Red Bull’s closest challenger in the opening rounds last season due to other teams’ incorrect car philosophies. However, Ferrari, McLaren, and Mercedes made mid-season concept changes and pushed Aston Martin down the championship order. The team has struggled this season with updates not delivering expected gains, resulting in fights within the midfield. Despite these challenges, team owner Lawrence Stroll remains optimistic about the future, learning from past mistakes and focusing on developing a faster car. Stroll had an encouraging race at Silverstone, finishing in seventh place, but admitted the mixed conditions were challenging. Overall, Aston Martin is working to improve and build on their experiences for stronger performances in the future.
