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Fernando Alonso Questions F1's Hybrid Era and 2026 Regulations

Fernando Alonso has openly criticized Formula 1's heavy reliance on energy recovery, arguing that the sport's hybrid shift has compromised pure racing through corners.

Fernando Alonso has voiced his ongoing concerns regarding Formula 1's 2026 regulations and the current hybrid era. The veteran driver argued that cars heavily dependent on energy recovery systems reduce the risk through corners, an area where driver skill should remain the defining factor. afnews.co.za

Having first highlighted these issues during pre-season testing in Bahrain, Alonso reiterated his stance ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix, questioning whether the sport has lost a decade of pure racing due to the technological shift.