Alonso sad to fight in the lower region of the field

Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso has sounded a negative note when he assessed Aston Martin’s prospects for the remainder of the current season.

Fernando Alonso has expressed his disappointment with Aston Martin's recent performance. The Spaniard joined the Silverstone-based outfit last year, and enjoyed a remarkable start to the season, clinching multiple podium finishes in the opening races.

However, the team’s performance faded as the year progressed and the two-time world champion is now finding himself battling with mid-tier teams rather than competing with the top contenders.

Commenting on the current situation, Alonso noted: "We cannot hide the fact that we are fighting today with Williams, AlphaTauri, and Alpine. Last year we were looking maybe to the top four teams. Now they are out of reach and we are just defending from the guys behind."

Reflecting on the team's earlier performance in the season, he added: "Even at the beginning of the year, in qualifying especially, we were always top five, top six, in the mix, so definitely a lot of work to do for us in summer break and the second part of the year. We will not give up, but we need to work."

Asked to comment on Aston Martin’s plans for the rest of the year, Alonso does not anticipate any significant improvements.

"I don't think so. I don't think there is anything planned, so it’s more for us to understand the weaknesses of the car, the parts that we need to improve.

“But I think all the work will be done for 2025. I think I don't expect any big jumps in 2024. I’m a driver. I would love to design the car, but I'm not able to do it."