Last week, Aston Martin announced changes at the senior level of its F1 team. Andy Cowell was introduced as the team's CEO and team principal, while former team principal Mike Clack was moved to another trackside role, taking up the position of chief trackside officer.
However, the driver line-up for the 2025 F1 season will remain unchanged, with Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll both returning for next season.
You can add Felipe Durgović to the list of unchanged team members.
Aston Martin announced on Monday that Durgovic would return as the team's test and reserve driver, a role he has played in each of the past two F1 campaigns.
In a statement confirming the news, Clack praised the Brazilian driver's contributions over the past two seasons.
“Felipe has been an essential member of our team since joining and we are very happy to continue working with him until 2025. He is a truly valuable asset.” Especially during the simulator and test sessions. His behind-the-scenes contributions have been invaluable, and he's never been in the wrong position behind the wheel,” Clack said.
“Felipe’s dedication and feedback have played a key role in our progress and I am confident he will continue to have a great impact as part of our team.”
Coach Drugovic pointed to the team's long-term ambitions in his announcement.
“I'm really happy to be staying with Aston Martin Aramco for three full seasons as test and reserve driver,” said Drugovic. “This team has momentum and I’m looking forward to what we can achieve together. The amazing new facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, including state-of-the-art simulators, demonstrate the ambition here and I am very excited about Aston Martin Aramco’s We are committed to contributing to your long-term success.
“As always, I would like to thank the team for their continued support.”
But Durgović's Aston Martin role will have to wait. The driver will make his IMSA debut with Cadillac Whelen Racing at the 24 Hours of Daytona later this month. Durgovic, who drove at last year's Le Mans 24 Hours with Cadillac Wehlen Racing's Jack Aitken and Pipo Derrani, will be the team's fourth driver at Daytona.
