After winter testing in Barcelona and Bahrain already proved problematic, the first weekend of Formula 1’s new era is unfolding even worse for Aston Martin. During the first free practice session Fernando Alonso was not able to take part at all, while Lance Stroll completed fewer than a handful of laps.
The big problem? Honda only has two batteries available and if something happens to one of those, it would mean the end of the race weekend for one car. The Silverstone-based team has to be extremely careful with all mileage in order to even take the start on Sunday, for which it must also comply with the 107% rule in qualifying – although the FIA can still grant permission if they fail to meet it.
