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Belgian crash proof halo works, says Alonso

The halo on Charles Leclerc's Sauber pic: Fox Sports Fernando Alonso believes the three car crash that saw him launched over Charles Leclerc at the start of the Belgian Grand Prix is proof that the halo is doing the job it was introduced for. Images of Leclerc's car show the halo prevented Alonso's car from entering the cockpit area around Charles Leclerc's head in a dramatic three car crash at La Source on the opening lap. The incident was triggered by a lock up from Nico Hulkenberg, tagging Alonso who was in turn launched over the back of the Sauber. Images showing tyre marks and cracks to the carbon fibre shroud surrounding the titanium bar work underneath. Alonso likened the incident...
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