Aston Martin improves performance at Hungarian Grand Prix after upgrades

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Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Aston Martin improves performance at Hungarian Grand Prix after upgrades
Summary

Aston Martin showed significant improvement during the Hungarian Grand Prix on July 27, 2026, following a chassis upgrade. The team, which had been at the bottom in recent races, managed to qualify ahead of Cadillac, Williams, and Haas. Fernando Alonso reached Q2 and finished P13, while Lance Stroll, qualifying P20, ended in P14. Despite some issues, like Stroll's suspension failure in practice, both drivers successfully completed the race, gathering valuable data for upcoming events. The team is now focusing on further enhancements, including a revised power unit and additional aero upgrades for future races.

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  • Aston Martin upgrades improved performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
  • Alonso qualified P16 and finished P13; Stroll qualified P20 and ended P14.
  • Stroll experienced a suspension failure during Friday practice.
  • Both drivers tested different tire strategies during the race.
  • Aston Martin will test a new power unit next at Zandvoort.
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The Hungarian Grand Prix was a huge weekend for Aston Martin, with so much expectation around the revised chassis package.

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