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F1 rivals play ‘little game' to block Alonso test
Renault are victims of one of Formula 1's latest political battles as their rivals have blocked Fernando Alonso from testing in Abu Dhabi. Renault have been exploring any and all possibilities to give the returning two-time World Champion as much time on track as possible ahead of the 2021 season. So much so, Renault were seeking special dispensation from the FIA to allow Alonso to take part in the ‘young driver test' at the Yas Marina circuit following the 2020 season finale. Alonso is 39 years old. But rather than the FIA turning down the request outright, Ferrari, McLaren and Racing Point are being named as the rival teams who have stepped in to try and block Alonso from taking...
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