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Russell: Not penalising Alonso for Melbourne F1 crash would’ve opened a "can of worms"
As the Suzuka race weekend begins, the F1 pack is divided in opinions over the incident from the previous race in Melbourne. Haas driver Hulkenberg criticized Alonso’s tactics, while Bottas and Zhou thought the penalty was harsh. Russell expressed concern that not penalizing Alonso could lead to dangerous situations in racing scenarios. The incident caught Russell by surprise and he pointed out the potential risks of allowing such tactics in F1 and junior categories. He emphasized the importance of not crossing the line between legitimate racing tactics and dangerous maneuvers on track. Braking in the middle of a straight and erratic driving were considered excessive by Russell, highlighting the multitasking challenges drivers already face during races.
