Baku, Sept 23, 2026 (AFP) - Alonso slams 'assassination' of classic F1 circuits

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2026-09-23

Two-time champion Fernando Alonso on Wednesday said some of Formula One's most classic circuits had been "assassinated" in the modern era of hybrid cars and called for change. The Aston Martin driver's remarks came after his home Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit was criticised for a lack of overtaking opportunities and described by reigning world champion Lando Norris as "not a great race track". Alonso said his disappointment with the e......

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