Aston Martin F1

I read that there is a long shot that Vettel may replace the Stroller. That would be mega: Alonso and Vettel. Please make it happen.

 

I know, long shot, but it'd be sweet.

 

It'd push AM forward much faster. Vettel would not care to beat Alonso (IMO) and just have fun, specially if the car responds.

I was thinking one race, you went really ambitious for a whole year.

 

I'd probably ask to borrow Mick to be honest, since he's not doing much else at the moment other than practice his death stare behind Toto.

 

Too bad, it has been confirmed that Drugovich is going to replace the Stroller instead of Vettel.

 

To be fair it is possible that Vettel didn't want drive even if he was asked. Even though he did Race of Champions not too long ago, I suspect Vettel is living the family life and is probably far from F1 shape at the moment. No way he'd be able to get his neck and body ready in time.

 

A rational internal view from Aston-

https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/aston-martin-not-interested-in-hype-surrounding-team-after-bahrain-f1-test/10437073/

Aston Martin not interested in hype surrounding team after Bahrain F1 test
Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack has tried to keep a lid on expectations after a strong performance by the new AMR23 in Bahrain Formula 1 pre-season testing.


While the Aston was only the seventh fastest car on aggregated headline times over the three-day test, its consistent pace and a good long run performance by Fernando Alonso caught the eye of rival teams, with many observers suggesting that Aston could lead the chase of the top three.

However, when asked if expectations have now changed Krack was keen to downplay the relevance of the strong testing form, comparing it to the disappointment the team encountered last year.

“I'm not so sure about that,” he said. “To be honest, I think it's very, very difficult on such a test to make a proper judgement. I’ll give you an example. Last year, we were P4, P4 and P10 over the three days, and we seem very similar now.

“And in the race we were out in Q1. So just to tell you how much a test like that can give you an indication of where you are.

“So I think for us, we must not lose our goals. Our goal was to make a step forward in the performance of the car, in the team. And this still remains our objective. If we manage it or not, we will see next week.”

 

LOL - OK FA if you say so............

Alonso: Aston progress "hurt" by Stroll’s absence from test
Fernando Alonso admits that the Aston Martin Formula 1 team has missed the feedback on the new AMR23 that it would usually have had from Lance Stroll.

 

LOL! FFS Fernando, you actually signed up for this s***?

 

It's alway good to lighten the mood with a hearty laugh!

 

So true. Lance might finally get the job he deserves - Aston Track Day Mentor at GP 2 races lol.

 

I'm wishing Lance a speedy recovery and hope to see him soon back in his seat.

 

a pretty smart statement from Alonso

 

No, keep Lance and groom Drugovich to be Alonso's replacement when he retires.

Drugovich has shown to be a slow learner in F2, not one who delivers straight out of the box.

 

Has Alonso finally gotten to the point in his life/career that he can actually kiss up to the boss ???

 

If he drives Aston in Race-1 lets hope he pulls no Lance style moves and ruins someone else' race.

 

What’s next, apologizing for finishing ahead of—and making excuses for—owner’s son?

 

Maybe he is positive about this car versus what he has had the last few yrs. If he is competing for podiums I think we'll only hear good things about the team and his teammate.

 

I doubt it but a nice thought

 

For $10M or more, many would say things they don't mean, don't you think?
It happens everyday during job interviews !!

 

Since I'm not on the payroll I take back everything nice I said about Lance last year. If Stroll Sr. wants to hire me I'll change my tune. Lance doe have nice hair, though...