Alonso calls for changes after 'assassination' of F1 circuits
BAKU: Spanish driver Fernando Alonso on Wednesday called on Formula One to make races more fun next year, saying many of the current circuits had lost their traditional character.
Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso has called for changes to make races more exciting after criticizing several circuits for losing their traditional character. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix, set to begin with first practice on Friday, has been singled out as one of the tracks that have been "assassinated" this year. Alonso, who drove the Aston Martin car, expressed dissatisfaction with the track's design and lack of fun.
He also mentioned that Silverstone, a once-beloved track, no longer provides the excitement it used to. Spa, with its Eau Rouge section, and Suzuka's 130R corner were described as almost embarrassing to navigate. Alonso believes that the immediate acceleration provided by the electric component in Formula One cars should be reduced to allow for greater speed maintenance.
He has been in discussions with Formula One CEO Stefano Domenicali and the federation's president, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, about these proposed changes. Alonso, who has experience in other racing categories, stated that frustration arises from behind the wheel, especially when comparing different Formula One cars.
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