Fernando Alonso criticizes current F1 circuits and discusses engine output adjustments for 2027.
According to CNA Sport, Fernando Alonso criticized many current Formula One circuits for losing their traditional character and called for changes to the engine output balance for 2027 to favor longer speed over immediate acceleration, mentioning Silverstone as no longer fun. He said he regularly discusses these changes with Formula One CEO Stefano Domenicali and FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
Key facts
- 01Alonso spoke on Sept 23, 2026, criticizing the MadRing circuit and several other tracks for not being conducive to exciting races.
- 02He called Silverstone no longer fun and cited Spa's Eau Rouge and Suzuka's 130R in remarks about circuits this year.
- 03He wants 2027 engine changes to reduce immediate electric acceleration to maintain speed longer.
- 04He says he discusses these changes regularly with Stefano Domenicali and Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
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