Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso received a 20-second penalty for dangerous driving in the Australian Grand Prix, causing a crash with George Russell.

In the Australian Grand Prix, Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso was given a 20-second penalty due to potentially dangerous driving leading to a crash involving George Russell. Stewards found that Alonso's unusual maneuver increased the closing speed between the cars, causing Russell to lose control and crash. Alonso's exact penalty has yet to be determined.