Some gravel hit Alonso's car during Italian GP 2025: Aston Martin
F1 team Aston Martin issued a clarification after two-time world champion Fernando Alonso retired from the Italian Grand Prix 2025. "The team can confirm some gravel hit Fernando's car in the first lap of the race in multiple areas, including his suspension, which was compromised," Aston Martin said. They added, "Low-level, continuous loading caused the eventual failure of the part."