Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin (P18) – 4/10
The Spaniard’s race was compromised before the lights even went out when his electronics pulled the plug on the formation lap. Forced into a pitlane start, his Sunday instantly transformed into a high-speed telemetry collection exercise for his team. He kept his nose clean and navigated the traffic professionally, but
Carlos Sainz, Williams (P17) – 5/10
A brilliant launch off the line briefly hinted at something special, momentarily rocketing him into the top ten. Unfortunately, that was the high-water mark as his race pace dissolved quicker than morning mist. Helpless against a charging midfield, he drifted backwards before a post-race penalty for unlapping confusion capped off a thoroughly deflating Sunday afternoon. A energetic start, but ultimately a very leaky bucket.
