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Fernando Alonso praised Aston Martin's strong performance on the first day of practice for the Singapore Grand Prix, marking what he called probably the best Friday of 2025 so far, with improvements and optimism for qualifying and the race.
Fernando Alonso expressed cautious optimism after a strong FP2 performance at Zandvoort, finishing second fastest but acknowledging that fighting for pole against McLaren is unlikely. Despite his team's improved form and good pace, Alonso doesn't believe they are yet in contention for pole position, but remains hopeful for a good race. Lance Stroll had a mixed day, with a crash in FP2 but reports being okay.
Fernando Alonso revealed he has a minor back injury but is managing it well during the Hungarian GP weekend, with no pain in the car. Aston Martin showed strong performance in Friday practice, with Alonso and teammates optimistic about improvements. Alonso's injury was diagnosed via MRI, and despite some discomfort, he remains focused on optimizing the car for the race. The team is reviewing data from practice to enhance their setup for the upcoming sessions.
Fernando Alonso has weighed in on the controversy between Max Verstappen and George Russell following the Qatar Grand Prix qualifying incident. While Verstappen accused Russell of being 'two-faced' after losing pole position due to a penalty, Alonso believes the real issue lies with inconsistent F1 stewarding. Alonso expressed hope that the new race director, Rui Marques, will bring more consistency to the sport's regulations and penalties.
The Monaco Grand Prix, criticized for its lack of overtaking and excitement due to the narrow track and modern car specifications, will be moved to the first weekend of June starting in 2026. This change aims to alleviate scheduling conflicts with other major races like the Indianapolis 500. Despite the date shift, many argue that the race should be removed from the Formula 1 calendar entirely due to its processional nature and lack of competitive racing.
Dan Fallows has stepped down as Aston Martin's Formula 1 technical director, effective immediately, but will remain with the Aston Martin group in a different role. Fallows, who joined the team in 2022 from Red Bull, oversaw a successful period with eight podiums in 2023 but struggled with the AMR24's development. The team is undergoing significant changes, including hiring Adrian Newey and Enrico Cardile, and moving into a new headquarters. Current technical leadership will absorb Fallows' responsibilities until further notice.
Gabriel Bortoleto, a promising Brazilian driver and 2023 Formula 3 champion, has been signed by Kick Sauber for the 2025 Formula 1 season, partnering with Nico Hulkenberg. Supported by Fernando Alonso's management firm, Bortoleto has rapidly advanced through the motorsport ranks, currently leading the Formula 2 championship. His impressive performances have attracted attention from the F1 paddock, including endorsements from Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri, leading to his recruitment by Sauber over Valtteri Bottas.
Max Verstappen clinched a convincing victory at the Japanese Grand Prix, while Williams faced setbacks with crashes and Mercedes struggled to maintain podium contention. Yuki Tsunoda impressed with a point on home soil, while Sergio Perez secured a podium finish and Carlos Sainz clinched his third podium of the season. Meanwhile, Fernando Alonso's strong performance was a highlight for Aston Martin, while McLaren faced challenges in competing with Ferrari and maintaining their position in the constructors' championship.
Fernando Alonso was pleased with his and Aston Martin’s performance during Thursday’s practice sessions at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, topping FP2 with the fastest lap of the day. Despite the strong showing, Alonso remained cautious about their prospects for the rest of the weekend, emphasizing the differences between free practice and qualifying. His teammate Lance Stroll also had a decent day, ending first and second practice in ninth and sixth respectively, and expressing positivity about driving on the circuit.
Fernando Alonso tops the second practice session at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit for the 2024 Saudi Arabian GP, with George Russell in second and Max Verstappen in third. Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez complete the top five, while Lewis Hamilton faces scrutiny for impeding another driver.
Max Verstappen led the first practice session for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, with Fernando Alonso and Sergio Perez following closely behind. George Russell and Charles Leclerc completed the top five, while Carlos Sainz, who missed media duties due to illness, finished sixth. The session also saw Lance Stroll surviving a brush with the wall and Esteban Ocon aiming for progress after Alpine's staff changes.
Carlos Sainz topped the timesheets in the third and final free practice session of the Bahrain Grand Prix, leading the way from Fernando Alonso and Max Verstappen. Lewis Hamilton, who had been fastest in Thursday's second practice, ended the session in 12th place. The teams will now prepare for qualifying, which takes place at 1900 local time.
Carlos Sainz topped the final practice session for the Bahrain Grand Prix, edging out Fernando Alonso and Max Verstappen. Unrepresentative track conditions limited the session's value, but provided track time for teams to finalize preparations. Lewis Hamilton initially led before others took turns at the top, with Sainz ultimately setting the fastest time. Lando Norris and George Russell also showed strong pace, while Pierre Gasly struggled with the slowest time.
Former Ferrari race engineer Rob Smedley believes that Lewis Hamilton's arrival at Ferrari could potentially lead to greater success for the team, citing Hamilton's professionalism and the team's recent potential. Smedley suggests that Hamilton's presence could act as a catalyst for the team, potentially helping them challenge for world championships. Despite previous world champions Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel not achieving further titles with Ferrari, Smedley is optimistic about Hamilton's impact and the team's prospects for success.
Fernando Alonso showcased his defensive skills to keep Sergio Perez's faster Red Bull at bay during the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. Alonso's decisive action at the restart, overtaking Lewis Hamilton, played a crucial role in securing his podium finish. Despite the Red Bull's superior car performance, Perez struggled to pass Alonso due to the Aston Martin's fresher tires and Alonso's strategic defensive lines through Turns 10 and 12. After a thrilling battle, Perez managed to overtake Alonso on the penultimate lap but Alonso made a spectacular move in Turn 4 on the final lap to regain the position. In the end, Alonso held off Perez by a mere 0.053 seconds to secure third place. The battle between the two drivers showcased the excitement and skill of Formula One racing at the iconic Interlagos circuit.