Fernando Alonso narrowly avoided a major collision with Gabriel Bortoleto during the 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The incident occurred halfway through the race in Jeddah, where a swift move under braking by Sauber rookie Bortoleto almost caused him to ram into Alonso. Displaying impressive reflexes, Alonso managed to avert the crash, taking evasive action. The event led to a warning flag from the FIA for Bortoleto, citing dangerous driving while braking.
This dramatic moment unfolded in a challenging season for Alonso, who has been struggling to score points with Aston Martin. Despite his efforts, he finished the race in Jeddah at P11, positioning him outside the points again. As a manager to Gabriel Bortoleto, Alonso humorously remarked in a post-race interview that he would deny Bortoleto dinner on their flight home. This dynamic between the two brought a light-hearted angle to an otherwise tense weekend.
Damon Hill, a former F1 champion, couldn’t resist sharing his amusement about Alonso’s quip, taking to Instagram to express his amusement. While the humor provided some relief, the tension remained palpable, reflecting Alonso’s broader frustrations with Aston Martin’s current performance.
Aston Martin, despite significant investment, has failed to deliver satisfactory results this season. With just 10 points in the Constructors’ Championship, all courtesy of Lance Stroll, the team has slipped to P7. Alonso has yet to earn any points, highlighting his mounting frustration with the team’s inability to make strides forward. After his P11 finish in Jeddah, Alonso voiced dissatisfaction, urging for immediate progress.
The ongoing challenges underline a critical period for Alonso, who extended his contract with Aston Martin till 2026. As Aston Martin aims to overcome its hurdles, Alonso continues to demonstrate resilience, hoping for a turnaround in future races. The incident involving Bortoleto, while inadvertently humorous, also highlights the growing competitiveness and pressure within the F1 circuit, where even the slightest miscalculation can turn into a major incident.
