Aston Martin is set to use the Belgian GP to give a rookie some valuable track time.

Fernando Alonso to miss Belgian GP first practice

Aston Martin have announced that two-time F1 world champion Fernando Alonso will not be taking part in FP1 at the Belgian Grand Prix.

Aston Martin F1 team announce Fernando Alonso replacement at Belgian Grand Prix

Fernando Alonso will miss the first practice session of the Belgian GP, as Aston Martin plans to give a rookie driver valuable track time.