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Aston Martin: We need more performance to convince Alonso to stay
Alonso is considering his future in F1 as his current contract ends this year, expressing a desire to remain with Aston Martin or potentially move to Red Bull or Mercedes. Despite Alonso’s satisfaction with Aston Martin, the team’s recent performance has fallen short of expectations compared to last season’s success. Aston Martin’s team principal recognizes the need to improve and elevate the team’s standing on the grid to retain Alonso. Aston Martin’s strong showing at the Japanese GP, where Alonso outperformed Mercedes, has raised hopes for a better season ahead. The team aims to continue boosting Alonso’s morale by introducing upgrades throughout the season. Although Aston Martin exceeded expectations in Japan, the team aims to confirm their progress in the upcoming races to maintain their competitive edge.
