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Fernando Alonso’s top speed at the US Grand Prix proves Adrian Newey can trust Honda after all

Adrian Newey and Fernando Alonso have both been critical of Honda’s power unit at Aston Martin but it seems the tide is turning. Fernando Alonso’s…

By Sean Fisher · F1 Oversteer

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 3:00 PM

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Sean Fisher argues Fernando Alonso's US Grand Prix top speed proves Adrian Newey can trust Honda's engine program.
Alonso recorded a joint-highest top speed of 351 km/h at the Circuit of the Americas.
Alonso finished P16 in the United States Grand Prix after sustaining damage in a collision with Alex Albon.

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Sean Fisher argues that Fernando Alonso's straight-line speed data from the United States Grand Prix demonstrates that Aston Martin chief Adrian Newey can trust engine partner Honda. Despite finishing P16 following a collision with Alex Albon, Alonso reached a joint-highest top speed of 351 km/h at the Circuit of the Americas, matching rivals powered by Mercedes and Red Bull Powertrains.

Both Newey and Alonso had previously voiced concerns regarding Honda's power unit deficit. However, Fisher highlights that Honda has established targets for 2027 featuring an additional 50 horsepower, indicating promising progress for Aston Martin.

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