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Alonso's 'low quality drivers' claim rejected with clear verdict
·Updated 4 hrs ago·41 pts
Carlos Sainz defends lower-grid drivers after Alonso's criticism, questions stewards' decision on Lindblad.
- Sainz rejected Alonso's claim about 'low quality drivers' following their clash in Austin.
- He also criticized the stewards for not penalizing Arvid Lindblad after the incident.
- This exchange highlights ongoing tensions regarding driver performance and stewarding decisions in F1.
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