Fernando Alonso said he spoke to the FIA after criticism in Miami
After a penalty of 20 seconds at the Australian Grand Prix and 10 in the sprint race in China, but especially after the stewards did not punish Lewis Hamilton for his reckless departure on Saturday, Fernando Alonso exploded against FIA.
Two-time world champion Formula 1 questioned the decisions of the Race Directorate to riders who “they weren’t Spanish”.
The Asturian was later seen talking to Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA. In statements to Motorsport, the driver Aston Martin He explained what he talked about with the Saudis.
“I spoke to him and he always agrees with all the riders’ opinions,” explains Fernando.
“He knows that we are the ones who drive the cars and who have some suggestions about things. There are several issues that we need to address within this category.. But he always listened to us. Let’s see if we can make Formula 1 a better and more consistent sport,” adds Alonso.
Oviedo’s request is in line with his boss Mike Krak, who has also asked the FIA for more “consistency” at Miami: “There are two elements to consider: one is obviously that we want successive sanctions.”
“But on the other hand, we have also introduced new rules for this season and sometimes we may make the mistake of getting stuck in like we did before“added the Luxembourger.