Alonso assesses Aston Martin’s chances in China amid continuous power unit issues

Fernando Alonso explained that China will be another tough weekend for Aston Martin.

“But we cannot give up. We need to keep on trying different solutions.”

– Fernando Alonso

The Silverstone-based team had a difficult first race in Melbourne, largely due to the issues with the Honda power unit.
This weekend, the F1 grid will contest the Chinese Grand Prix. Alonso said he does not expect changes to be introduced for the next race.

Speaking to GPblog, among others, the two-time world champion explained: “Not different, not different for sure.

“We have the same car, the same power unit next weekend, so yes, I expect another tough weekend.”

Alonso

Photo: Race Pictures

He continued: “But we cannot give up. We need to keep on trying different solutions, especially on the chassis, and try to understand and get better in terms of the package in general.

“I think we have not optimised in anything yet because of the lack of mileage, so China will be another good opportunity.”

Alonso and Verstappen called up by the FIA at the Chinese GP

Together with Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon, the Aston Martin driver will feature in the first press conference group on Thursday.

Max Verstappen is set to headline the second group tomorrow.

Check out the latest episode of GPblog’s F1 Paddock Update here!

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