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Alonso calls for more power and freedom
McLaren Honda driver Fernando Alonso has labeled Formula 1's stringent testing and development rules unnatural. The Spaniard was interviewed by Topgear.com and asked what he would change if put in charge in 2017. 'Bigger engines. More power,' was the 2005 and 2006 Drivers' Championship winner's short answer, but he did go on to elaborate. 'More freedom for the teams to develop, and more testing. Like F1 was 10 years ago, which is sometimes perceived to be more expensive, which I doubt because the technology now – simulators, for example – decrease the cost. 'If some teams cannot afford to test, well that's natural, it's a sport. Real Madrid can buy some players and other teams...
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