Alonso expresses doubts about Aston Martin's engine upgrades before Dutch GP

Fernando Alonso shared concerns regarding Aston Martin's engine performance as the team prepares for the Dutch Grand Prix. Ahead of the race at Zandvoort, Alonso addressed the anticipated Honda 'Spec 2' engine updates, emphasizing the need for consistency between simulation data and real-world performance. While improvements are expected, Alonso stressed that simply achieving better lap times is not the main focus, given the significant gap the team needs to close. Honda's updates are aimed at addressing early season issues with power and vibrations. Alonso's remarks point to a cautious optimism while recognizing the challenges that remain for Aston Martin as they head into the latter part of the season.

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