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Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll hit with Azerbaijan GP grid penalties for Honda F1 power unit changes

Aston Martin drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll face difficult starting positions at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Both competitors will be forced to take up rear-row starting slots following grid sanctions triggered by the installation of fresh Honda propulsion elements.

Persistent reliability troubles with their Honda power units earlier in the campaign meant the duo completely exhausted their yearly quota of four permitted engines. Consequently, neither racer could avoid the subsequent penalties.