Fernando Alonso says Formula 1 will not benefit from the new clampdown on radio messages to the drivers. As of this weekend's Singapore GP, teams are limited in what information they can provide their drivers. While teams can let their driver know the lap time of a rival, they cannot tell him where that rival is quicker on his lap. They also cannot pass on information relating to fuel saving, adjusting power unit settings or brake balance. One driver who is not in favour of the clampdown is double World Champion Alonso. "I think this rule has no benefit," said the Ferrari driver. "It is like basketball or football [if] you don't allow the coach to say anything....
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