
Aston Martin confirms Alonso's delayed Japan arrival for family reasons
Fernando Alonso will travel to the Japanese Grand Prix later than planned for personal family reasons, Aston Martin has announced. The team confirmed all is well and the Spaniard will be at the track for Friday's running, though he will miss media duties. Reserve driver Jak Crawford will drive Alonso's car in the first practice session.
Aston Martin has confirmed Fernando Alonso will arrive in Japan later than scheduled due to personal family reasons, but the team insists he will be at the Suzuka circuit in time for Friday's practice sessions. The two-time champion's delayed travel means he will miss the pre-event media day, with reserve driver Jak Crawford set to take his car for the mandatory FP1 rookie session.
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