Fernando Alonso has hit out at the penalty he received at Suzuka today, saying it demonstrates the inconsistency in how the rules are applied. Early in the race, while battling with Lance Stroll, the two-time world champion was forced onto the grass by the Canadian at the final chicane. While Stroll was handed a 5s time penalty after the stewards determined that he 'made contact with Alonso and forced him off the track', the Spaniard was similarly penalised, the stewards deeming that 'although Alonso was forced off the track, he thereafter cut the chicane and rejoined the track thereby gaining a significant advantage'. 'Even when the driver comes to apologise I think it's difficult to...
Full Story »