F1 News Today: Aston Martin power struggle, cash-strapped Mercedes 'need GoFundMe'

Aston Martin is facing challenges with their Honda power unit ahead of the Italian Grand Prix, as their chief engineer expressed concerns about performance at Monza. The team had hoped for improvements following a recent upgrade at the Dutch Grand Prix, but uncertainty remains about their competitiveness this weekend.

Meanwhile, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has raised eyebrows by claiming financial constraints are limiting their ability to develop cars, despite the team's significant valuation. In other news, Lando Norris has secured a long-term deal with McLaren, while Lewis Hamilton's recent success with Ferrari has sparked discussions about his future with the team.