Ben Sulayem seeks rules changes amid push to keep Alonso in F1
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says he wants Fernando Alonso to have a more competitive Aston Martin and is pursuing potential rules changes. Reports also say he has spoken with Alonso and Lawrence Stroll as part of an effort to keep Alonso in Formula 1.
Mohammed Ben Sulayem has said he wants to help give Fernando Alonso a more competitive Aston Martin. According to the reports, the FIA president is seeking rules changes in connection with that goal.
The coverage also says Ben Sulayem is trying to persuade Alonso to remain in Formula 1, amid suggestions the driver could be considering life after the series. One report says he has held talks with Alonso and Aston Martin owner Lawrence Stroll.
Another report says Ben Sulayem is working on a fresh rules concession plan intended to accelerate Honda's progress and help keep Alonso in F1. Across the reports, the common theme is an effort from the FIA president to improve Aston Martin's competitiveness and encourage Alonso to continue racing.