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Power unit problems rule Alonso out of FP1
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Fernando Alonso completed just three laps in FP1 for the Belgian Grand Prix as power unit problems prevented any further running. Honda has brought a major power unit update to the race at Spa-Francorchamps, with the Japanese engine manufacturer spending seven development tokens on internal combustion engine, turbo and compressor upgrades. Both drivers have the new power unit, but Alonso carried out just three laps at the start of FP1 before his running was ended by a water leak. McLaren investigated the issue and ruled Alonso out of the rest of the session as it decided a power unit change is needed. The two McLaren drivers are already on their fifth power unit...
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