Aston Martin announce NEW F1 driver signing for 2025 after Alonso’s…read more
Aston Martin has named Daniel Juncadella as their new Simulator Driver for the 2025 Formula 1 season. The Spanish driver, with a wealth of experience in both single-seater and sportscar racing, will play a crucial role in aiding the team’s recovery after a disappointing 2024 campaign. While Aston Martin had an impressive 2023, securing several podium finishes, their 2024 season saw a sharp decline. Both Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll struggled with the AMR24, leading to a drop to fifth place in the Constructors’ Championship.
Juncadella’s primary responsibility will be to work with the team’s simulator at the AMR Technology Campus in Silverstone. His tasks will include assisting in car development, optimizing setups, enhancing performance, and providing input on race strategies. Having already started his duties during the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week, Juncadella’s extensive experience, including a previous role as Aston Martin’s Reserve Driver in 2014, will make him a key asset in the team’s efforts to bounce back.
In addition to Juncadella’s appointment, Aston Martin is strengthening its future prospects with the expected arrival of renowned aerodynamicist Adrian Newey in 2025. Newey’s expertise in car design is seen as a game-changer for the team, as they look to regain their competitiveness. Juncadella, who has been racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with TF Sport, is eager to contribute to Aston Martin’s return to the front of the grid.
Aston Martin’s management is keen to overcome the challenges of 2024, and the addition of Juncadella, along with other strategic moves, demonstrates the team’s resolve to reclaim its place at the top of the Constructors’ Championship and fight for the Formula 1 title. With the combination of experienced drivers, skilled technical staff, and a renewed sense of ambition, Aston Martin aims to make a strong comeback in 2025 and beyond. The team’s focus is now firmly on regaining its form, improving its car, and making significant strides in the highly competitive F1 landscape. The hope is that these changes will set the foundation for a successful future and allow the team to challenge for victories once more.
