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Aston Martin seek ‘right of review’ for Alonso penalty in China

Aston Martin has officially requested a ‘right of review’ from the FIA regarding the 10-second time penalty and three penalty points handed to Fernando Alonso following his clash with Carlos Sainz during the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race.

The incident occurred in the closing stages of the 19-lap event while the two drivers were battling for third place.

A contact at Turn 9 resulted in a puncture for Alonso, forcing him to retire from the race. While Sergio Perez capitalized on the situation to secure a podium finish, Aston Martin believes Alonso shouldn't have been held solely responsible for the collision.

In accordance with Formula 1’s sporting regulations, teams have the option to request a right of review, which allows them to present new evidence that could potentially overturn or lessen the penalty.

In this case, Aston Martin will present their case to the FIA on Friday morning in Miami, with Ferrari also required to be present as the other party involved in the incident.

"It should be noted that this hearing will be held in two parts," the FIA stewards wrote in their statement. "The first part will be to hear evidence as to whether there is a 'significant and relevant new element which was unavailable to the party seeking the Review at the time of the decision concerned.'

"Should the Stewards determine, in accordance with Article 14.3 of the FIA International Sporting Code, that such an element exists, a second part of the hearing will be convened at a time to be advised.

“Any other 'concerned party' may seek the permission of the Stewards to be present for the second part of the hearing, should one be convened.”

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.

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