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Fernando Alonso believes there will be some surprises later in the season as the field closed in noticeably on Red Bull during qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix. Max Verstappen led a front-row…
Fernando Alonso anticipates surprises later in the season as the competition closed in on Red Bull during qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix. The top eight drivers from different teams were separated by only 0.586 seconds, showing a tight field. Alonso is encouraged by the competitiveness seen in the close qualifying session, especially for circuits where qualifying is crucial. Running an update on his car, Alonso noticed clear progress from the previous race, feeling unexpectedly competitive. Despite the strong qualifying performance, Alonso remains cautious about race day, aware of Aston Martin’s struggle for pace over long runs. Looking forward to the race, Alonso remains open to the challenges ahead, staying proud of his team’s work and keeping an optimistic attitude for the upcoming competition.
