Overview

• Alonso said Hadjar took an unnecessary risk while nursing a suspected engine issue, later noting there was no contact despite some borderline moves.
• Hadjar maintained he kept it clean and dismissed the criticism by calling the two-time champion really grumpy.
• The pair fought twice at Marina Bay, with Alonso finally clearing Hadjar after losing roughly five seconds behind the down-on-power Racing Bulls.
• A five-second penalty for Lewis Hamilton post-race promoted Alonso from eighth to seventh, adding useful points for Aston Martin.
• The exchange drew no penalties or investigations, and the standings remain tight with Racing Bulls on 72 points to Aston Martin’s 66, and Hadjar leading Alonso 39–34.