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Alonso expecting ‘normal’ Aston Martin weakness to flare again in Japanese GP
Fernando Alonso expressed his happiness and pride in Aston Martin’s qualifying performance for the Japanese Grand Prix, securing a fifth-place start on the grid. However, he anticipates a return to normalcy in the race on Sunday. Despite starting ahead of some strong contenders, Alonso believes their true performance will shine through during the race. The team made significant upgrades to the car for this race weekend, and Alonso felt positive about the improvements in qualifying. Reflecting on past races, Alonso remains cautiously optimistic about their prospects for the Japanese Grand Prix. He is open-minded about the challenges ahead and looks forward to the race.
