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Aston Martin Uncovers Shocking Cause Behind Alonso’s Devastating Suspension Failure at Monza

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
September 16, 2025
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Aston Martin Uncovers Shocking Cause Behind Alonso’s Devastating Suspension Failure at Monza

Formula One F1 - Italian Grand Prix - Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Monza, Italy - September 6, 2025 Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso during qualifying REUTERS/Jennifer Lorenzini

Aston Martin’s Shocking Revelation: The Truth Behind Alonso’s Suspension Catastrophe!

In a jaw-dropping twist at the Italian Grand Prix, Aston Martin has unveiled the startling cause of Fernando Alonso’s sudden suspension failure that forced him to retire on lap 24. The seasoned driver was left fuming when his front-right pushrod collapsed as he navigated the treacherous exit kerb out of the Ascari chicane. What was initially seen as a mechanical failure has now been linked to an unforeseen incident involving gravel debris!

Aston Martin confirmed that the source of the damage stemmed from gravel flung onto the track, likely dislodged from Lando Norris’s McLaren during the race’s opening lap. Astonishingly, this flying gravel struck Alonso’s car in multiple locations, including the critical suspension area, compromising its integrity long before the catastrophic failure occurred. “The team can confirm some gravel hit Fernando’s car in the first lap of the race in multiple areas, including his suspension, which compromised it,” stated Aston Martin. They further explained that the team was completely oblivious to the damage sustained, which ultimately led to the “low-level, continuous loading” causing the devastating failure.

At the moment of his retirement, Alonso was languishing in 15th place, but earlier in the race, he had shown promise by climbing to eighth position. His strategic pit stop even momentarily pushed him ahead of Gabriel Bortoleto, who ultimately finished eighth, suggesting that Alonso was on track for a solid points finish. This incident marks yet another setback for the two-time world champion, who is desperate to capitalize on the recent upturn for Aston Martin. Even Alonso himself has acknowledged that the team has squandered valuable points during this season.

Currently sitting in 12th place in the drivers’ championship, Alonso trails his teammate Lance Stroll by a mere two points. The battle for fifth in the constructors’ championship is heating up, with Aston Martin trailing Williams by 24 points. Despite outpacing Williams since the Spanish Grand Prix in June, Alonso’s unexpected retirement at Monza, coupled with Alex Albon’s impressive seventh-place finish, has widened the gap once again.

“This is frustrating. I should have maybe 20-30 points more than what I have—not due to my performance, but it is what it is,” Alonso lamented, revealing his growing frustration with the unpredictable nature of the sport. “Unfortunately, I’m getting used to it.”

As the dust settles on this shocking revelation, one thing is clear: Alonso’s quest for glory remains fraught with peril, and the unpredictable nature of Formula 1 continues to keep fans on the edge of their seats!

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