Alonso Questions Fairness of F1 Investigations Amid Nationality Bias Claims

During the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League, Fernando Alonso, the Aston Martin driver in Formula 1, believes that the outcome of F1 investigations is influenced by nationality. He plans to address his concerns with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. Alonso expressed his dissatisfaction with the penalties he received in the sprints of the Australian and Chinese Grands Prix. He felt discriminated against after Lewis Hamilton, who collided with him during the Miami sprint, escaped without any consequences. Alonso stated that Hamilton would not be penalized because he is not Spanish, despite causing disruptions in the races of several drivers. The verdict of the stewards mentioned that, although several collisions involving Alonso, Stroll, Hamilton, and Norris occurred, they failed to identify any driver solely responsible for the incidents. The stewards also considered F1’s tolerance towards incidents on the first lap in making their decision. Alonso maintained his position, stating that Hamilton had no control over his car and forced him to make contact with Stroll. He reiterated his belief that nationality plays a role in the outcome of investigations and expressed his intention to protect future Spanish drivers. Alonso’s team cut off further questions on the matter. The four-person steward panel for the Miami GP is composed of members from Singapore, Barbados, Italy, and the United States of America.