Rough day for Aston Martin in Spain as Fernando Alonso seeks overnight solutions.
- Alonso ended the first practice in P9 but slipped to P14 by the second session.
- The grip levels were challenging, leading to low performance by Aston Martin.
- Fernando characterized the track conditions as not fitting the car’s setup well.
- Lance Stroll also found the conditions tough, echoing Alonso’s concerns.
Fernando Alonso had a challenging day during practice sessions in Spain as he insisted that Aston Martin needs to ‘find something’ overnight to improve their performance. Alonso, who saw his rankings drop from P9 in the first practice to P14 in the second, expressed concerns about the car’s balance and grip levels, indicating a need for adjustments before qualifying.
Alonso’s remarks about the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya sparked curiosity as he clarified that it isn’t necessarily a benchmark for other tracks. He pointed out the diversity in modern F1 circuits, mentioning places like Baku and Miami, which differ significantly from the Spanish circuit, thus complicating any assumptions about vehicle performance consistency.
Lance Stroll, Alonso’s teammate, mirrored these sentiments, facing a similar drop in his practice rankings. Stroll labeled the day as challenging, citing high degradation in hot conditions as a major issue for the team. He acknowledged that managing these conditions would be essential for the upcoming races.
Both drivers are focused on finding solutions quickly, emphasizing that the current performance isn’t satisfactory. The team’s struggle highlights the difficulties in keeping up with the ever-changing dynamics and demands of various circuits, which requires constant adaptation and strategic planning.
Aston Martin faces a demanding task ahead as they work to overcome their performance hurdles.
