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Alonso and Stroll comment on Aston Martin's upgraded car performance

Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 6:13 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Alonso and Stroll comment on Aston Martin's upgraded car performance

Summary

Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll provided their insights following Aston Martin's first race with the upgraded AMR26 at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Alonso expressed optimism about a 'new start of the championship' after showing more competitiveness, with Stroll achieving his season-best result in P13, finishing ahead of Alonso in P14. The team aims to build on this momentum during the upcoming summer break while anticipating further upgrades at the Dutch Grand Prix in August. Alonso highlighted the need for improvement in straight-line speed to enhance competitiveness moving forward.

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Key Details

•Alonso and Stroll react to AMR26 upgrades at Hungarian GP
•Stroll achieved P13, marking his best result this season
•Alonso finished P14, showcasing early competitiveness
•Team plans further updates for the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix
•Drivers emphasize the importance of enhanced straight-line speed

What they're saying

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The Aston Martin drivers have shared their thoughts after the first race day outing of an upgraded AMR26 at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
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