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Alonso criticizes Honda engine performance after Singapore struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 8:01 AM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Alonso criticizes Honda engine performance after Singapore struggles

Summary

Fernando Alonso expressed frustration with Honda's power unit during the Singapore Grand Prix, where Aston Martin faced technical issues. After starting from the pit lane due to car modifications, Alonso finished in 16th place, a lap down, while teammate Stroll retired. The team encountered multiple problems, including energy deployment issues that hindered performance, particularly after a Virtual Safety Car period. Alonso emphasized the need to address these problems ahead of upcoming races in Mexico and Las Vegas.

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By the Numbers

•Alonso finished 16th in Singapore after starting from the pit lane.
•Both Aston Martin drivers faced technical problems during the race.
•Alonso criticized Honda's power unit over team radio, calling it ridiculous.
•Singapore issues included loss of power deployment after a Virtual Safety Car.
•The team aims to resolve problems ahead of the next races.

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8:01 AMYahoo Sports — Alonso delivers savage 'GP2 engine'-style verdict on Honda in unheard radio message

What they're saying

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Fernando Alonso vented his frustration with Honda's power unit over team radio after Aston Martin endured another difficult weekend in Singapore, with the team plagued by technical problems. Singapore was one of the few circuits where Aston Martin could realistically hope to challenge for a top-10 finish and fight for points, particularly after Alonso's impressive eighth-place finish in Malaysia just a week earlier.
— Yahoo Sports

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