File photo of Fernando Alonso.© AFP
Fernando Alonso missed the first practice session for the Hungarian Grand Prix on Friday because of a back injury and is in doubt for the race itself. Aston Martin said in a post on X that the two-time Formula 1 champion “has been managing a muscular injury in his back” since last week’s Belgian Grand Prix. Alonso was replaced by reserve driver Felipe Drugovich, who was 16th fastest in the first practice session, just over .3 of a second slower than teammate Lance Stroll.
The team said Alonso was continuing treatment before it decides if he’s fit to take part in the rest of the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend.
“A decision will then be made on Fernando’s participation in (second practice) and the remainder of the weekend in due course,” Aston Martin said.
Team Statement:
“In the days following the Belgian Grand Prix, Fernando Alonso has been managing a muscular injury in his back.As he continues with treatment this morning, he has chosen to sit out of FP1.
Felipe Drugovich will drive in FP1 alongside Lance Stroll.
A decision… pic.twitter.com/E8hmUw09mu
— Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team (@AstonMartinF1) August 1, 2025
Brazilian driver Drugovich is in his fourth season as Aston Martin reserve but has yet to race in F1. He was the 2022 champion in Formula 2.
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