Aston Martin boss claims Fernando Alonso provides all the ‘motivation’ that anyone could ask for

Fernando Alonso managed to score a brillaint eight podium finishes during the 2023 F1 season.

Aston Martin boss claims Fernando Alonso provides all the ‘motivation’ that anyone could ask for

Fernando Alonso and George Russell (Via IMAGO)

Fernando Alonso, the former 2-time F1 world champion, had a sensational campaign with Aston Martin this year. Despite being his first year with the team, Alonso was able to put the AMR23 through the wringer. His arrival has filled the whole Aston Martin team with optimism and its team principal, Mike Krack has indicated that he’s made all the difference.

During the 2023 F1 season, Fernando Alonso was at his sublime best and was able to play a major role in Aston Martin’s success. The team managed to end the campaign in a brilliant fifth place and it would not have been possible without the mighty shift that Alonso put in this year.

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Mike Krack is immensely pleased with the Spaniard and while talking about his impact, he recently told AS.com;

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Having him hanging around behind you provides all the motivation anyone could need. I look forward to seeing what he will be able to do in 2024 now that he has had a year to fully integrate into Aston Martin.

Looking at the reaction of the Aston Martin boss, it is quite clear that he has not left any stone unturned in praising Fernando Alonso. Moreover, has also made it known that his presence on the team is the only motivation that the Silverstone-based team needs heading into the future.

Fernando Alonso wants to have at least one more crack at the F1 title

While Mike Krack has showered immense praise on Fernando Alonso, his only reason for continuing in the sport in his 40s is to challenge for the coveted F1 world championship. Before retraining from F1, Alonso wants to have at least one more crack at the driver’s title.

Fernando Alonso and Max Verstappen (Credits: Imago)
Fernando Alonso and Max Verstappen (Credits: Imago)

Heading into the 2023 season, there were question marks about whether Alonso would be able to keep up with the younger generation. However, during the campaign, he once again proved all his doubters wrong and scored podiums for fun. He was able to end the campaign in fourth place in the standings.

Fernando Alonso, despite being 42 years old, is as fit as ever and more importantly, still has the desire to compete at the top level. He has so far not lost any of his scintillating pace and considering this, his exploits during the 2024 season of the pinnacle of motor racing will be a fascinating watch.

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