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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Kieran Jackson

Why Aston Martin has warned its drivers of ‘permanent nerve damage’ at F1 Australian GP

Aston Martin have sparked panic after the revelation that their drivers, Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, are at risk of “permanent nerve damage” if they drive too long during the Australian Grand Prix.

Team principal Adrian Newey underlined that there is a limit of 25 consecutive laps and exceeding that number could leave the Spanish driver with lasting damage in his hands.

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