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Fernando Alonso has suffered some form of car failure on several occasions this season when fighting for points.
Fernando Alonso expressed frustration over the continuous bad luck he has faced this season in competitive situations, labeling it as a pattern that Aston Martin needs to acknowledge. The Spaniard’s disappointing performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix highlighted the team’s struggle to keep up with the lead midfield competitors. Despite qualifying in 11th place, Alonso slipped to 15th during the race, with Lance Stroll finishing in 17th. Aston Martin’s lack of pace on the Baku City Circuit contrasted with their unexpected competitiveness at Monza, where a sudden suspension failure dashed Alonso’s hopes of securing significant points. Luck has not been on Alonso’s side this season, with various setbacks including brake fire in China, engine failure in Monaco, and suspension failure in Monza. The anomalous strong showing at Monza stands out in a season filled with challenges for Aston Martin, with Alonso emphasizing that exceptional performances like those are rare occurrences.
