Fernando Alonso’s time penalty in the Australian Grand Prix has been a topic of hot discussion amongst the drivers ahead of the Japanese GP at Suzuka.
“Lance Stroll criticized the penalty given to Fernando Alonso in Australia, emphasizing the DRS tactics drivers employ and deeming the penalty a ‘joke’. The penalty was a result of Alonso’s maneuver at Turn 6, deemed potentially dangerous, which forced George Russell to take evasive action and led to a crash. Stroll pointed out that some drivers use DRS tactics to ensure a rival is ahead at certain points in a race. He questioned where the line is drawn between tactical driving and unnecessary slowness, citing past instances where drivers slowed down to gain an advantage without penalties. Stroll also raised concerns about the tradition of ‘lifting and coasting’ in F1 races, particularly in terms of tire management and fuel efficiency.”
