Alonso and Williams drivers disagree over F1 backmarker standards
Sport · First reported 29 Oct, 22:41 · Updated 23:15
Fernando Alonso maintained his criticism of driving standards among Formula One’s backmarkers after a collision with Alex Albon. Albon and Carlos Sainz disagreed, saying the grid’s overall level is strong.
- Alonso renewed his criticism of driving standards in the bottom third of the grid ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix.
- His remarks followed a collision with Albon at Austin, where Alonso finished 16th and Albon 17th.
- Albon and Sainz rejected Alonso’s assessment, with both describing the current grid as strong.
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- Alonso’s team standing
- Aston Martin was second from last overall, one place behind Williams.
- Austin finish
- Alonso finished 16th and Albon 17th.
- Upcoming event
- The drivers were speaking ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix.
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