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Alonso expects 'up and down' battle in Mercedes, Ferrari fight
Fernando Alonso believes that the battle for second place in the Constructors’ Championship will be unpredictable until the end of the season. Aston Martin is currently in a close fight with Ferrari and Mercedes, with Mercedes leading by 45 points over Ferrari and 56 points over Aston Martin, while Red Bull is the runaway leader. The team’s goal is to regain second place in the last eight races, building on their strong performance earlier in the season, which included six podium finishes in 12 races. Alonso acknowledges that the competition will be tough, with ups and downs for everyone. The team’s form has been inconsistent since introducing updates in Canada, but there is confidence in their development direction. Alonso emphasizes taking it race by race and being open about their chances, with the belief that scoring many points will keep them in the fight for second place.
Source: RacingNews 365
