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Alonso Retires from Canadian GP Due to Seating Position

Fernando Alonso retired from the Canadian Grand Prix after just 23 laps due to a reclined seating position issue in his Aston Martin AMR26.

The retirement highlighted a specific mechanical issue despite Aston Martin generally having a strong weekend at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. The team is still struggling with the 2026 Formula 1 campaign, primarily with the power unit. beltedkingfisher.blog

While Montreal offered the team's best performance of the season, Alonso's early exit was a significant blow to their hopes for a podium finish.