Alonso and Stroll hit with Azerbaijan GP grid penalties for Honda power unit changes

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Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll received grid penalties for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after fitting new Honda power unit components, starting from the back of the grid. The penalties follow earlier reliability issues.

Fernando Alonso Lance Stroll Aston Martin

How the sources differ

PlanetF1 leads on Alonso's additional penalty and a 50-place grid drop, while Crash.net and Motorsport.com specify 45-place penalties for both drivers. Formula1.com provides the official confirmation. The FIA document is not present, so coverage varies on exact numbers.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com offers the most detailed explanation of the penalties, including context on Honda reliability issues and the season's engine allowance, making it the most informative.

Alonso and Stroll hit with Azerbaijan GP grid penalties for Honda power unit changes

How the sources differ

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Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll hit with Azerbaijan GP grid penalties for Honda F1 power unit changes

Alonso and Stroll hit with grid penalties at Azerbaijan GP