Formula 1’s big return after its mandatory summer shutdown saw the build-up to the Dutch Grand Prix punctuated by spins, crashes, and some clench-worthy near-misses — including one in FP3 between George Russell and Fernando Alonso.
After qualifying, Alonso had a chance to pinpoint the major “concern” he had with the incident, honing in on the speed differentials that can make practice so tricky.
Fernando Alonso highlights recharge concern in Russell incident
Additional reporting by Thomas Maher
The 2025 Dutch Grand Prix represents the return from Formula 1’s mandatory summer shutdown period, and it has been quite a chaotic one as the field rediscovers its footing for the final 10-race swing of the year.
Lewis Hamilton lost control of his Ferrari in a handful of spins while Lan