Following Mercedes’ notable progress in the previous race in Spain with their updated W14, there was pressure on the team to demonstrate that their performance boost was not a one-off. Similarly, Aston Martin aimed to showcase their competitiveness by showcasing their upgraded package in Canada and proving they could contend with teams like Mercedes in the ongoing development battle of the 2023 F1 season.
Both teams achieved their objectives, making further strides in closing the gap to Red Bull and challenging the Austrian outfit’s quest for an undefeated season, an unprecedented feat in Formula 1.
