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[Saba Sports News] Recently, Fernando Alonso expressed in a media interview that Aston Martin is approximately a month behind its competitors in preparation for the new season, with this gap evident in various details during the testing phase. As the 2026 season approaches, doubts surrounding the Aston Martin team continue to grow. Concerns have been raised regarding the adequacy of their power unit output and whether the chassis design effectively matches the engine. During the Bahrain testing, both Alonso and Lance Stroll publicly voiced their worries about the current progress. Alonso pointed out that the issue lies not only in missing the Barcelona test but also in not fully utilizing prior filming days. Whether it’s a specific sensor or an abnormal temperature, the team is just beginning to address these situations, with systematic testing only starting in Bahrain, which affects the overall tuning timeline.
The editor believes that for Aston Martin, time is undoubtedly the most scarce resource at present. To close the gap with the front-running teams, they need to not only resolve technical details but also quickly catch up to the necessary pace within the limited early-season window.