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Revealed: Aston Martin’s F1 issue forcing Fernando Alonso to “invent” overtakes
In Fernando Alonso’s debut Formula 1 season with Aston Martin in 2023, he achieved six podium finishes in the first eight races and held the third position in the championship standings. Despite a strong start, Alonso’s performance declined, and it was not until the Spanish Grand Prix of 2025, the ninth race of the season, that he scored his first points. Lance Stroll had been the sole point scorer for Aston Martin until then, amassing a modest 14 points from the initial two races.
Aston Martin faced technical challenges in the previous season, resulting in changes within their technical department. The AMR25 car has shown a lack of competitive race pace at the beginning of the season, with Stroll often compensating for poor qualifying performances by gaining positions during races. The team has struggled with the car’s speed and tire degradation, highlighting the need for improvements, especially on Sundays.
Alonso’s ability to make unconventional overtaking moves has been a standout feature of his recent races, showcasing his determination and skill on the track. Despite these challenges, both Alonso and trackside officer Mike Krack have acknowledged the car’s under-balanced setup and issues with understeer. Aston Martin aims to address these technical issues and enhance the car’s performance to achieve better results in upcoming races, with a focus on optimizing performance for race day.
