Fernando Alonso strongly criticizes Formula 1, saying historic tracks no longer exist and raises a big alarm for Spa
Fernando Alonso was very outspoken after qualifying for the Japanese GP. He is having a very difficult start to the season with Aston Martin, which could not get beyond the last row even on its home track. The AMR26, expected to be the standout car this year, failed to outperform even the new Cadillac, marking another tough weekend at home.
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Alonso is clearly unhappy with Aston Martin’s situation. However, he also directed strong criticisms at the new Formula 1 regulations. Once again, we saw cars “switch off” on straights, causing severe super clipping at Suzuka. It’s not just the straights causing concern, but also the corners that once posed major challenges for drivers.
Alonso’s blunt remarks
Until last year, certain corners on some world championship tracks were tackled at the limit, and even beyond. The new regulations have changed this. Drivers must conserve energy in corners to recharge the battery for straights. Alonso commented on these issues after qualifying in Japan, highlighting a major problem affecting some circuits. “Suzuka no longer exists, just like the fast corner in Australia (turns 11-12, editor’s note), where spectacular scenes were once seen.”
His criticism extends beyond circuits already raced on, pointing to future events: “Jeddah will disappear too. But above all, Eau Rouge will vanish, just like all the other curves on the calendar. Fast corners now only serve as charging points for energy.”
This is a truly worrying signal that should prompt deep reflection within Formula 1 regarding these new regulations. Historic corners like Eau Rouge, which have long defined the essence of top-tier motorsport, risk being approached by drivers with restraint due to energy management concerns. F1 would lose what has always set it apart in favor of cars that can only be driven through pre-planned strategies before sessions.
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