Fernando Alonso expresses pride in Aston Martin after securing P3 in Chinese Grand Prix qualifying, bouncing back from Sprint race disappointment.

By the Numbers
  • Alonso claimed P3 on the grid for the Chinese Grand Prix.
  • He had a puncture in the Sprint race and was handed a 10-second time penalty with three penalty points.
  • Sergio Perez took P2 in qualifying, with Alonso securing P3.
Yes, But

Alonso faced challenges during qualifying, almost losing control in Sector 1 but managed to set a good lap time.

State of Play
  • Alonso praised his team's perseverance and determination to compete with rivals.
  • Aston Martin lodged a protest of the qualifying results due to an alleged breach of sporting regulations.
What's Next

Alonso looks forward to seeing if setup changes translate into points for the race and remains hopeful despite uncertainties.

Bottom Line

Amid challenges, Alonso's pride in Aston Martin's performance and determination to keep pushing forward showcase a resilient spirit in the face of setbacks.