Aston Martin has had an impressive start to the 2023 F1 season, with Fernando Alonso securing four podium finishes in five races. However, team principal Mike Crack has warned against overconfidence, stating that the competition is fierce and that podiums cannot be taken for granted.
Another one for the collection! 🏆#MiamiGP pic.twitter.com/P7PZuJgh69
— Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant F1 Team (@AstonMartinF1) May 9, 2023
Alonso's most recent podium finish came at the Miami Grand Prix, where he secured a front row starting position and narrowly missed out on first place to a dominant Red Bull 1-2 led by Max Verstappen. Alonso's performance has led him to set his sights even higher, with the aim of finishing second.
However, Crack has urged the team to remain realistic and maintain its focus. He emphasized that securing a podium finish in F1 requires a lot of hard work and dedication and that there are many strong competitors in the field. He added that if the team is not 100% committed at all times, then they risk losing their position.
While Aston Martin is currently focusing on maintaining its second position in the standings, it faces stiff competition from Ferrari and Mercedes. Ferrari has shown flashes of one-lap speed but has struggled with consistent race pace, while Mercedes is bringing new parts to the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
With a demanding triple-header ahead, including Imola, Monaco, and Spain, Crack acknowledged that it would be challenging for both man and machine. He added that the logistics of racing in Monaco would add extra work for everyone involved.
Despite the challenges ahead, Crack remains optimistic about the team's chances. He believes that the team's hard work and dedication will pay off in the long run. While Aston Martin may not be taking podium finishes for granted, it remains focused on maintaining its momentum and building on its success.
Triple-header, coming up. 🔜 pic.twitter.com/KtJ2JsDmqh
— Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant F1 Team (@AstonMartinF1) May 9, 2023
In conclusion, Aston Martin's success in the early stages of the 2023 F1 season is a testament to the team's hard work and dedication. While it is tempting to become overconfident, Crack's warning against complacency is a timely reminder that success in F1 requires a sustained effort. With a challenging schedule ahead, Aston Martin will need to remain focused and committed if it hopes to maintain its position in the standings. However, with Alonso at the wheel, there is every reason to believe that the team can continue to build on its success.
