Alonso Struggles in F1 Fantasy While Maintaining Popularity
Fernando Alonso is a surprising figure in the current F1 Fantasy landscape. Despite being the fifth-most selected driver, he ranks lowest in points scored this season, with a total of −20 after five races. His disappointing performance comes as Aston Martin continues to face challenges, resulting in teammate Lance Stroll being the 18th most popular pick. The Aston Martin team itself is included in just 14% of selections.
Alonso’s market value has plummeted by $2.6 million, yet he retains the confidence of 31% of players, making him one of the top choices alongside Isack Hadjar, Oliver Bearman, Carlos Sainz, and Oscar Piastri. This juxtaposition of popularity and performance raises queries among players: Should they retain or drop Alonso as Miami approaches?
Expert opinions from Autosport writers provide insight into team strategies. Hannah Newman highlights her decision to keep Oscar Piastri and McLaren, having benefitted from their recent performance in Saudi Arabia. She has switched out Nico Hülkenberg for Alonso, anticipating an improvement from his recent 11th-place finish.
Ed Hardy, news editor at Autosport, shares his turnaround after a rocky start. By reshaping his team, he replaced Ferrari with McLaren and Alpine with Racing Bulls, with Piastri serving as an effective captain. He aims to maintain his successful lineup as the season progresses.
As the second sprint race of the season looms, fans and participants alike are set to evaluate their Fantasy lineups, hoping for strategic advantage in the competitive environment. Key updates and standings will be detailed on Motorsport.com after the Miami race weekend.
