Alonso delivers furious PUNCH after...

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Tensions ran high during the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, and for Fernando Alonso, the frustration reached a breaking point. The two-time Formula 1 World Champion was seen letting his emotions get the better of him after an intense series of events during the race weekend. Onboard footage captured Alonso reacting with visible anger, including a furious punch, highlighting just how much pressure the Aston Martin driver was under.

The dramatic moment came after what had been a promising start for Aston Martin at Imola. For the first time this season, both Alonso and his teammate Lance Stroll advanced into Q3 during Saturday’s qualifying session — a significant achievement for the team. Notably, the Aston Martin duo outpaced both Ferrari drivers and teenage sensation Kimi Antonelli, who had drawn a lot of attention leading into the weekend.

It was a breakthrough performance for the team, which has struggled to maintain pace with the front-runners in recent races. The green cars showed competitive form throughout the qualifying rounds, and expectations for Sunday’s race were elevated accordingly. The performance also served as a boost for Alonso, who has made no secret of his desire to remain competitive in what may be the final years of his long and illustrious F1 career.

However, things took a dramatic turn once the lights went out on race day. Despite the strong qualifying effort, Alonso found himself tangled in a series of setbacks that left him fuming. A poor race start and miscommunications with the pit wall compounded his issues, leading to a frustrating outing. He found himself caught in traffic, losing valuable time as he attempted to make up ground on his rivals.

Frustration grew lap after lap, and the tension became palpable inside Alonso’s cockpit. During one particularly difficult stint, onboard cameras captured the moment Alonso threw a furious punch at the side of the cockpit, clearly exasperated by the situation unfolding on track. His radio messages also reflected his mood, with terse exchanges and exasperated comments directed at his race engineers.

It was a rare display of visible emotion from the veteran driver, who is typically composed and calculating. But given the context — a rare opportunity for a strong finish seemingly slipping away due to factors beyond his control — the reaction was understandable. The punch was not directed at anyone in particular, but rather an outlet for the mounting pressure and personal disappointment Alonso felt as the race slipped through his fingers.

Despite the setback, Alonso managed to finish the race, though well outside the points. Stroll, meanwhile, brought home a top-10 finish for Aston Martin, salvaging some pride for the team. The contrasting outcomes for the two drivers highlighted the unpredictable nature of the sport and how quickly fortunes can change.

After the race, Alonso remained professional in interviews but did not hide his dissatisfaction. “We had the pace this weekend, but things didn’t go our way,” he said. “It’s disappointing, especially after such a strong qualifying. We need to understand what went wrong and improve going forward.”

Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack also weighed in, acknowledging the frustrations. “We know Fernando is a competitor, and he wants to fight at the front. Today wasn’t our day, but we’ll regroup,” he said.

The incident added to the drama of a weekend that saw tight competition and emotional highs and lows across the paddock. For Alonso, it was a reminder of how challenging and emotionally demanding F1 can be, especially for those with high expectations.

As the season progresses, Alonso and Aston Martin will look to build on their qualifying success while addressing the issues that plagued them on race day. One thing is certain: Alonso’s passion for racing remains as fiery as ever.