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Aston Martin has announced Fernando Alonso will be absent from media day at Formula 1‘s Mexico City Grand Prix, but he hopes to return to compete this weekend. The Spaniard was poised to miss the opening practice session at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez regardless as reserve Felipe Drugovich will sample his AMR24. However, Alonso has […]
Fernando Alonso is unable to attend the opening practice session at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez as reserve Felipe Drugovich will step in to drive the AMR24 in his place. Due to illness, Alonso has been excused from his media duties on Thursday, including the FIA press conference. Aston Martin confirmed Alonso’s absence from the media day at the Mexico City Grand Prix and mentioned his focus on feeling better for Free Practice 2 on Friday. This weekend marks Alonso’s 400th F1 weekend appearance, a testament to his long and successful career in the sport. While the missed race starts prevent this from being a landmark event, Alonso reflects on his achievements and experiences racing against top drivers and on legendary tracks. Looking ahead, Alonso hopes to compete in another 40-50 races in the following years but does not foresee reaching another 400 starts. Carlos Sainz praises Fernando Alonso’s career milestone ahead of the Grand Prix.
