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Lewis Hamilton led the Canadian Grand Prix sprint qualifying before a red flag halted action after Fernando Alonso locked up and crashed at Turn 3; barrier repairs were underway as teams waited for a possible restart of SQ1/SQ2.
Fernando Alonso said vibrations from the Honda engine continued to affect his Aston Martin on Saturday at the Japanese Grand Prix, after Friday had shown little to no issues. With Alonso’s qualifying results sitting in the 21st–22nd range and the team reviewing Friday’s data to explain the reappearance of the problem, Aston Martin’s development—hampered by limited on-track mileage—remains under scrutiny as they seek clarity ahead of further running.
Fernando Alonso gave an update on his health after retirement from the Australian GP, saying the vibrations from the Honda power unit persist and could risk permanent nerve damage in his fingers; he plans to keep testing solutions for the chassis ahead of China while acknowledging a tough race with multiple issues that forced a double retirement.
David Coulthard warns Aston Martin will rebound from a rocky start but face massive penalties under Formula 1’s cost cap, impacting both Alonso’s looming final years and Stroll’s uncertain future; the driver lineup is under pressure as Stroll battled an engine issue restricting him to 22nd on the grid while Alonso qualified 17th at the Australian GP weekend.
Aston Martin’s F1 car is reportedly at risk of causing nerve damage to drivers and is unlikely to finish the Australian Grand Prix season opener, casting doubt on the team’s prospects as Alonso (and Stroll) arrive in Melbourne.
Fernando Alonso pushed back on Aston Martin’s claim of a 25-lap limit due to engine vibrations, saying that if they were fighting for the win they could run for three hours in the car; the team is smoothing the messaging after Newey’s admission of the limit and Honda is working on fixes to protect the partnership following a challenging AMR26 pre-season.
Aston Martin’s Adrian Newey says the AMR26’s vibrations from the Honda power unit create a risk of permanent nerve damage to Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, meaning they will run very heavily restricted in the Australian Grand Prix until the issue is resolved, with Alonso limited to about 25 laps and Stroll to roughly 15.
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.