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Alonso slams Lotus drivers for 'lack of common sense'

Fernando Alonso scored his first point for McLaren Honda at the British Grand Prix, coming back after a first lap incident that involved 4 cars. The experienced Spaniard however made it clear who he thinks was to blame for the crashes. 'The start was unbelievable', the Spaniard said. 'It was a big mess as we arrived at Turn Three. The two Lotus drivers were far too aggressive, and they touched each other; in avoiding them, I had a half-spin, and touched Jenson. There were a lot of retirements, and little common sense on display.' Alonso's avoiding action indeed caused him to bump into team mate Jenson Button, forcing the latter into an immediate retirement as his car switched off...
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