Aston Martin team principal, Mike Krack, has expressed his lack of sympathy for drivers penalized for track limits offenses at the Austrian Grand Prix. The team protested the race result following several post-race time penalties issued by the FIA for track limits breaches. Krack stated that the simplest solution to the track limits problem is for drivers to stay within the limits of the track.
Krack emphasized that drivers need to adhere to track limits and accept the appropriate penalties if they exceed them. He highlighted that ten drivers successfully stayed within the track limits during the race, including Aston Martin’s own drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, who were instructed by the team to avoid track limit infringements.
Aston Martin benefited from a post-race investigation for the second time this season, with Alonso’s third-place finish at the Saudi Arabian GP also being restored after a protest. Krack attributed their success in these situations to thorough preparation and strong teamwork.
Despite their recent slower momentum, Aston Martin remains cautious about the competition at the Silverstone circuit, expecting a tough fight with Ferrari and Mercedes. Krack downplayed the notion that long, fast corners are a weakness for their car, stating that the Austrian circuit is unique and that they were competitive throughout the weekend, despite the Ferraris being quicker.
Overall, Krack expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance in terms of points, considering the challenges posed by the track characteristics and the improved pace of other teams. He looks forward to a competitive event for the fans at Silverstone.
