Aston Martin's 'Nightmare' Season Unlikely to Improve Soon

According to Martin Brundle, Aston Martin's struggles at the start of the 2026 season are far from over. The team has had a dismal beginning to the new era of rules, failing to score a point in three race weekends despite the promise surrounding the signing of Adrian Newey and the partnership with Honda. The team's lack of speed and reliability has been a major concern, with Brundle stating that it will take time to address these issues. With a significant gap to the front runners, Aston Martin is currently in a 'different category.' The team is working to improve their package, but it may not be until 2027 that they see significant progress. Fellow commentator David Croft agrees that Aston Martin's project is a long-term one, and it may take until the Christmas break for the power unit to be fine-tuned. For now, scoring a point seems unlikely, and the team will likely struggle for the remainder of the season.