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Nico Hulkenberg says he “wasn’t very impressed” with Fernando Alonso’s tactics defending against George Russell in Melbourne, after the Spaniard was penalized for slowing in a straight line. Alonso…
Nico Hulkenberg criticized Fernando Alonso’s defensive tactics during the Australian Grand Prix, especially in the corner where George Russell crashed. Hulkenberg believed it was a dangerous move due to the high speed, narrow track, and blind exit at that corner in Melbourne. He expressed concern about the incident potentially leading to a severe outcome if not for quick reactions from the drivers. Hulkenberg also questioned Alonso’s changing reasons for the incident, from throttling issues to standard procedure, which seemed inconsistent. Moreover, he highlighted the need to reassess the barrier’s position and angle at that specific corner to prevent cars from bouncing back onto the track, as seen in Russell’s case. Overall, Hulkenberg emphasized the importance of safety and strategic driving in Formula 1 races.
