Aston Martin can continue Brazil F1 form following “painful” experiments

Alonso took his first podium in seven races in last week’s Brazilian Grand Prix after coming out on top of a thrilling battle with Red Bull’s Sergio Perez on the last lap.

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With team-mate Lance Stroll fifth, it was a return to form for Aston Martin after impressing with six podiums across the first eight races before fading away into midfield obscurity following the summer break.

Its downturn in…