FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem Vows to Keep Fernando Alonso in Formula 1
- FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is urging Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso to remain in Formula 1, stating that a great champion should not be forced out by poor performance.
- The 45-year-old Spaniard has expressed dissatisfaction with Aston Martin's performance and new F1 regulations, securing only three points after 13 races this season.
- Speaking at the New Economy Forum in Madrid, Ben Sulayem confirmed he met with Aston Martin owner Lawrence Stroll to discuss improvements and vowed to persuade Alonso to stay.
- Alonso is reportedly considering racing in another series or taking a non-driving role, though Ben Sulayem noted the driver had not mentioned these plans when they last spoke.
- The Spanish Formula One Grand Prix returns to Madrid this weekend for the first time in over four decades, with the new venue scheduled to host races until 2035.
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FIA boss hoping for changes to keep Alonso in F1
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem hinted he is pushing for Formula 1 engine rule changes which will help keep Fernando Alonso in the sport another year, saying it would be "unacceptable" for the Spanish legend to retire as things currently are.
The first day of real action did not take long to confirm on the asphalt everything that was expected of such a demanding route as the Madrid. More information: The president of the FIA fears that Alonso may leave the F1: "I saw him sad. We cannot allow him to withdraw because of the circumstances"
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MADRID (AP) — The president of the FIA, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, said it would not be “acceptable” for Fernando Alonso to leave Formula 1 and promised to seek a change of heart for the two-time world champion.
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