Fernando Alonso of Spain and Aston Martin F1 Team walks in the Paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 20, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images)
Fernando Alonso believes Aston Martin is unlikely to achieve the kind of success Alpine enjoyed with their double podium in Brazil as the team prepares for the Las Vegas GP. Speaking to media, including Sportskeeda, ahead of the race weekend, the Spanish champion expressed doubts about Aston Martin’s ability to move beyond the midfield, let alone contend for podium finishes.
As the season nears its conclusion, Aston Martin is poised to wrap up a challenging year since their rebranding in 2022. For the first time under the British car brand’s name, neither of its drivers has reached the podium. Currently fifth in the Constructors’ Championship, the team has struggled to deliver consistent performance improvements to their car.
Alonso acknowledged the difficulty of aiming for top results in the final three races and emphasized that the team would focus on maximizing results in the remaining triple-header. He described their realistic target in Las Vegas as securing strong midfield finishes rather than replicating podium successes like Alpine’s recent performance.
