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Alonso: Keeping Perez behind in Brazil harder than Imola 2005 F1 win
Fernando Alonso, driving an Aston Martin, showcased his skills in São Paulo by keeping Sergio Perez’s faster Red Bull at bay. Perez managed to pass Alonso on the penultimate lap, but Alonso swiftly regained the lead on the final lap with a well-executed overtake. In a thrilling sprint to the finish line, Perez ran out of space to make another overtaking maneuver, resulting in a difference of only 0.053 seconds between the two drivers. Alonso’s ability to defend against a faster car brought to mind his victory in the 2005 San Marino Grand Prix, where he fended off Michael Schumacher’s Ferrari for 12 laps. Alonso acknowledged that the race was more straightforward due to the absence of the Drag Reduction System (DRS) and emphasized the importance of tire management. The implementation of DRS in the current race allowed Alonso to retaliate against Perez’s late braking maneuver and secure his position. Alonso praised the track design of Interlagos, particularly the downhill Senna S, which allows for strategic overtaking opportunities. He also acknowledged the absence of weather-related elements this weekend and commended the track’s ability to consistently provide thrilling races and showcase the excitement of Formula 1.
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