Is the FIA right to help Alonso and Honda?
Summary
Ed Straw, Glenn Freeman, and John Noble analyze F1’s 2026 engine regulations, specifically the flawed ADO catch-up system that has left Honda and Fernando Alonso struggling. The hosts discuss FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s public push to help Alonso remain competitive, questioning whether such political intervention is fair or necessary to prevent Honda’s exit. They also examine Alpine’s strategic appointment of Mike Elliott, viewing it as a crucial move to upgrade the team’s engineering infrastructure and break out of the midfield.
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