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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Kieran Jackson

Fernando Alonso resigned to Aston Martin F1 debacle: ‘It’s going to feel repetitive’

Fernando Alonso believes Aston Martin’s performance won’t improve anytime soon - (Reuters)

Fernando Alonso believes Aston Martin’s performance will not improve until the second half of the season after a wretched start to the 2026 F1 campaign.

Aston’s new partnership with power unit provider Honda has been blighted with issues, with neither driver progressing from Q1 in qualifying or scoring a point. They are rock bottom of the championship standings on zero points, alongside new team Cadillac, after four rounds.

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