Fernando Alonso The engine which Fernando Alonso used in the Singapore Grand Prix can be reused despite incurring crash damage, according to Honda. Alonso made a strong getaway at the Marina Bay Street Circuit and briefly placed third before becoming involved in a crash with Kimi Raikkonen and Max Verstappen. While Alonso pressed on, the damage to his MCL32 was severe and a hole in his exhaust and failing electronics eventually forced a retirement. After the race, Honda had been concerned that the initial impact and subsequent running had put too much strain on the power unit. Honda was worried it would have to be removed from Alonso’s pool of available components, which would have...
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