Aston Martin Qualifies Fifth, Sixth at Hungarian GP Amid Track Advantage

Aston Martin delivered its best performance of the 2025 Formula 1 season at the Hungarian Grand Prix, with Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll qualifying fifth and sixth respectively, nearly securing pole position. Alonso, who overcame a minor back injury sustained at Spa, credited the team's success primarily to the Hungaroring's track characteristics, which suited their car's high-downforce setup, rather than any recent upgrades. This marked a significant turnaround from their disappointing results at the Belgian Grand Prix the previous week, where both drivers finished near the back of the field. Alonso expressed optimism about the team's prospects for the remainder of the season, as Aston Martin climbed from eighth to sixth in the Teams' Championship and narrowed the gap to Williams. However, he tempered expectations for the race, acknowledging the challenge posed by faster competitors like Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton starting behind them. The team aims to capitalize on this momentum to secure valuable points before the summer break and hopes to understand the factors contributing to their performance boost for future races.