Fernando Alonso reveals Aston Martin theory after qualifying milestone

Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll both advanced to Q2 during the qualifying session for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, marking Aston Martin's first double Q2 of the 2026 season. Alonso, who will start the race in 12th place, noted that the team's performance is influenced by the characteristics of the circuit, suggesting that their struggles in previous races may be layout-dependent.

Despite the positive qualifying result, Alonso remains cautious about the race ahead, acknowledging that they may not be competitive enough to secure points. He highlighted the presence of faster cars starting behind them and expressed concerns about losing positions on the straights, indicating that while the team made progress, they still face significant challenges in the race.