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Alonso's engine frustration after Hadjar re-pass
Alonso calls Hadjar's easy re-pass 'ridiculous' as engine issues persist.
In brief
Alonso calls Hadjar's easy re-pass 'ridiculous' as engine issues persist. Alonso expressed frustration after Hadjar easily passed him during the Singapore Grand Prix due to engine problems. Originally reported by RaceFans.
Alonso passes Hadjar
Fernando Alonso passed Isack Hadjar at the start of the Singapore Grand Prix using soft tyres.
Alonso dismayed by engine
Alonso was dismayed to see how easily other cars passed him even with a fresh Honda power unit.
Hadjar's re-pass
Hadjar easily passed Alonso using his Red Bull-Ford engine when the Virtual Safety Car was deployed.
Alonso's lap times
Alonso improved lap times after Perez pitted on lap 20, reaching 1’40.918.
Engine issues
Alonso reported engine problems including understeer and lost power after 10 laps.
Verstappen passes Alonso
Alonso slowed to let Max Verstappen pass, costing him time gained during the race.
Alonso's final lap
Alonso finished the race after maintaining his position despite engine issues.
Hadjar's re-pass quote
Hadjar said, 'It’s so ridiculous, this engine.'
“It’s so ridiculous, this engine.”
What to remember
Alonso expressed frustration after Hadjar easily passed him during the Singapore Grand Prix due to engine problems.
