The Great Britain 2025 prize in the iconic Silverstone circuit not only produced an exciting rating, but also a heated controversy in the world of formula 1. Max Verstappen conquered the pole position with an impressive round, with which he again demonstrated his exceptional talent. However, the aftermath of the qualification were dominated by an unexpected riot, promoted by the comments of the president of the FIA ​​on Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. These statements caused Aston Martin driver, Fernando Alonso, who did not hide his disgust. The Spanish, a double world champion, expressed strong criticisms of the FIA, with which he fed tensions in the paddock.

During the qualification, Verstappen showed its incomparable speed, despite a difficult Friday in which Red Bull fought with subviring and lack of speed in free practice sessions. His post was a masterpiece, leaving the competition, including Lando Norris de McLaren and Lewis Hamilton by Ferrari. Hamilton, who pointed out the fastest time in the first free practice, ended the qualification in a respectable position, but could not threaten Verstappen. The Dutch domain again emphasized its unparalleled relationship of the pole-gain, which extends with 80%well above legends such as Alonso (63%) and Hamilton (58%). This made the comments of the president of the FIA, who criticized Verstappen and Hamilton, even more striking.

Although the exact content of the statements of the President of the FIA ​​is not completely public, the sources suggested that they were related to the behavior of both conductors during the qualification. Possibly they were alleged violations or actions controversial on the track, such as hindering other drivers, a sensitive issue in Formula 1. Alonso, who begins seventh after the punishment for Oliver Bearman and Andrea Kimi Antonelli, was furious because of the FIA ​​tone. He called the “unacceptable” comments and criticized the automobile association for what he saw as a lack of respect for drivers. Alonso, who had a tumultuous relationship with Hamilton in McLaren in 2007, emphasized that FIA should focus on improving sport instead of feeding unnecessary controversies.

Alonso’s wrath reflects a broader frustration in the Formula 1 paddock on the role of the FIA. The union has recently been criticized due to inconsistent decisions and sanctions, such as the warning that Hamilton received after an incident with Kimi Antonelli in Austria. In the past, Verstappen has also complained about the FIA, in particular a punishment for curses in 2024, which he described as exaggerated and unnecessary. These tensions suggest that the relationship between drivers and sports management is under pressure, especially now that competition in 2025 is more intense than ever. With McLaren, Ferrari and Mercedes that challenge Red Bull, every decision of the FIA ​​is crucial.

The situation was extra staff for Alonso. As a veteran in sport, who has worked with Verstappen and Hamilton in the past, he feels the responsibility of defending the integrity of Formula 1. his praise for the performance of Verstappen, which he described as “extraordinary” after his pole, contrasts sharply with his criticism of the FIA. He pointed out that Verstappen’s domain is not only due to his car, but especially his incomparable driving skills. At the same time, Alonso’s old rivalry seemed to play a role with Hamilton, although he emphasized that his anger was directed to the FIA ​​and not to the drivers themselves.

The Great Britain Grand Prix promises to be a show, not only because of the Verstappen post, but also for the tensions outside the track. British fans, who support Hamilton passionately, were already disgusted with Alonso’s previous comments about his hero, and this new controversy will further warm the mood. Meanwhile, Verstappen remains focused on the race, determined to turn his post into a victory, as he did 33 times in his career. For Alonso, the situation is a call to change within the FIA, which he believes should serve sport instead of sowing divisions. Although Formula 1 is evolving under the Liberty Media regime, the question remains how FIA will answer the growing dissatisfaction between drivers and teams.