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Aston Martin's Resurgence: Closing the Gap in the Constructors' Championship
After a challenging start to the season, Aston Martin has made significant strides forward, closing a 22-point gap on Williams in the Constructors' Championship. The turnaround began at the Spanish Grand Prix, and the team's progress can be attributed to their improved tire management and a series of strategic upgrades.
The initial development step came at Imola, where Aston Martin introduced a new floor and modified sidepods on their cars. These modifications were designed to stabilize the downforce and manage high tire degradation, a key factor in their improved performance. However, the initial upgrade couldn't effectively manage the high degradation, and the team squandered their progress at the GP Emilia Romagna due to a misjudged strategy, concerned about tire wear.
Despite this setback, further modifications to the floor and a new front wing were made to address these issues. These changes resulted in a two-tenths improvement in performance for Aston Martin's cars, enabling them to consider one-stop strategies where others have to pit twice.
The new modifications have also allowed Aston Martin to potentially pit less than their competitors, a significant advantage in the race for points. This was evident in their performance at the Imola race, where both drivers reached Q3 in qualifying, a significant improvement from their struggles at the Miami race, where they finished at the back of the field.
The drivers of Aston Martin have regained confidence in their green cars following the upgrade, with the team finishing points in six out of seven races this season. Marek Reichman, the engineer or development leader who led the effort for improvements on Aston Martin vehicles, has been instrumental in this turnaround.
With these improvements, fifth place in the Constructors' Championship is once again a realistic target for Aston Martin. As the season progresses, they will continue to push for further advancements, aiming to close the gap on the top teams and secure a strong finish in the championship.
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