He start of season of Aston Martin has not left anyone indifferent. Their six podiums in nine races are a great symptom of the step forward that they have taken this 2023. Also, the level shown by Fernando Alonso it has also been one of the most recurring topics of conversation in the ‘Great Circus’.
Within the team it was not going to be less, and they have recognized it that way. Mike Krackteam leader Aston Martinhas not hesitated to praise the good relationship and good performance that the Spanish rider has had in an interview with ‘Sky Sports’.
“My relationship with Fernando Alonso has been very good from the first day. It puts us to the test at every meeting. For us it’s a great learning exercise if you have someone who challenges you with the wealth of experience and especially their desire to do well,” says Krack.
However, Aston Martin it also has a driver who has proven to be better than many people realize. Lance StrollDespite the bicycle accident he suffered at the beginning of the year, he has shown a good level of riding.
So much so that even the team itself has great confidence in him for the remainder of the season: “I think Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll will be on par at the end of the season“.
Aston Martin’s ambition knows no limits
Although it is true that at the beginning of the season it seemed that they could fight for the championship, nothing could be further from the truth. Red Bulldespite the penalty of wind tunnel hours that they have to face, it has shown intractable.
They have won all the races and it does not seem that this dynamic is going to stop for the Silverstone GP. Besides, max verstappen It has proven to be on another level. The Dutchman practically has his two hands on his third world title.
However, since Aston Martin they will not give up. Mike Krack himself has been very optimistic about the future of the team: “We want to be one of the heavyweights, we are very well positioned for 2026“.
