De la Rosa on how Aston Martin’s risky upgrades paid off

In the latest episode of Beyond The Grid, Aston Martin Team Representative Pedro de la Rosa discussed the team's mid-season resurgence, highlighting the success of their major B-spec upgrade package. Despite initial concerns regarding cooling and reliability, the updates proved effective, with Fernando Alonso immediately signaling his approval after the initial installation laps. De la Rosa addressed rumors surrounding Alonso’s future, noting that the Spaniard’s commitment to the team is based on a long-term belief in the project rather than short-term performance gains. He also clarified the team's leadership structure, emphasizing that Adrian Newey’s role is collaborative rather than traditional, supported effectively by Mike Krack. Looking ahead, De la Rosa acknowledged the significant gap to the frontrunners but expressed optimism regarding the team's upward trajectory. With strong partnerships like Honda and continued investment, he insisted that Aston Martin remains fully committed to their development path to close the performance deficit.