Alonso Feels Rejuvenated as Aston Martin Targets Vegas Turnaround
Fernando Alonso expressed a renewed sense of optimism following the Brazilian Grand prix, despite a challenging race weekend for Aston martin. He felt physically back too his best after battling illness earlier in the week, and believes the team is gaining valuable insights into the car’s performance limitations.
Alonso explained that a notable aerodynamic adjustment considered for the race was ultimately deemed too risky. “No, we would have lost too much time and you’re better off adding flaps, trying to compensate it and going for it,” he stated, highlighting the team’s pragmatic approach to maximizing performance under pressure.
He confirmed that Sunday marked the first day he felt fully recovered, and that this coincided with a noticeable advancement in the car’s handling. With the season heading to Las Vegas, Alonso is anticipating a track that will better suit Aston Martin’s strengths.
Identifying and Addressing Weaknesses
The Spaniard emphasized the importance of understanding the car’s weaknesses, particularly in long, medium-speed corners. “For me, as a team it’s just crucial to understand how we can keep improving the weakness of the long, medium, low speed, long corner that always compromises us,” he added.
Fortunately, the characteristics of the Las Vegas circuit offer a contrasting challenge.”Luckily, Vegas next, which is completely the opposite to this and probably the cars that were strong here will be weak in Vegas and vice versa.”
Alonso stressed the need for continued teamwork to address these issues, acknowledging their impact on recent races like Brazil and Qatar. He believes a focused effort will unlock the car’s potential.
Race Results and Team Outlook
Carlos Sainz Jr. finished 13th in the Brazilian Grand Prix, two positions behind teammate Alex Albon. Regrettably, Williams left Brazil without any championship points.
Looking ahead, the team is steadfast to capitalize on the unique demands of the Las Vegas street circuit.You can expect aston Martin to bring a revised setup aimed at maximizing performance on the high-speed layout. It’s a crucial opportunity to end the season on a high note and build momentum for the challenges ahead.
this is a pivotal moment for the team.They’re actively learning, adapting, and preparing to leverage their strengths where they can.You’ll likely see a more competitive Aston Martin in Vegas, ready to challenge the frontrunners.
