Guenther Steiner criticizes Aston Martin's performance at Barcelona Grand Prix
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 3:21 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Guenther Steiner, former Haas Formula 1 team principal, has criticized Aston Martin's current season as "not acceptable" during a discussion on The Red Flags Podcast. He expressed his disappointment regarding the team's performance at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, where Aston Martin struggled significantly. This marks a troubling trend for Aston Martin, as they have faced challenges throughout the season. The Silverstone team will need to reassess their strategy as they continue in the Formula 1 calendar.
- •Guenther Steiner labels Aston Martin's season as unacceptable.
- •Steiner voiced his opinions on The Red Flags Podcast.
- •Aston Martin had a difficult time during the Barcelona Grand Prix.
- •The team needs to reassess its strategy moving forward.
- 3:21 PMMotorsport.com — Guenther Steiner delivers brutal Aston Martin verdict: "Not F1 standards anymore"
"Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner has delivered a scathing assessment of Aston Martin's performance at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, branding its current campaign "not acceptable". Speaking on The Red Flags Podcast, Steiner did not mince his words when asked to name his biggest disappointment of the Barcelona race weekend. The Silverstone outfit endured a torrid time ...Keep reading
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