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How Alonso’s terrifying 2016 Australian GP crash broke down barriers

March 20, 2016 remains one of those days when Formula 1 frightened us, but also demonstrated its continuous progress in safety and its determination to always go further. It was 10 years ago, during the Australian Grand Prix, and a shocking crash sustained by Fernando Alonso is still vivid in some memories. On lap 17 of the race, while battling for 19th place at the wheel of an underperforming ...

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March 20, 2016 remains one of those days when Formula 1 frightened us, but also demonstrated its continuous progress in safety and its determination to always go further. It was 10 years ago, during the Australian Grand Prix, and a shocking crash sustained by Fernando Alonso is still vivid in some memories. On lap 17 of the race, while battling for 19th place at the wheel of an underperforming ...

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  • What changed: March 20, 2016 remains one of those days when Formula 1 frightened us, but also demonstrated its continuous progress in safety and its determination to always go further. It was 10 years ago, during the Australian Grand Prix, and a shocking crash sustained by Fernando Alonso is still vivid in some memories. On lap 17 of the race, while battling for 19th place at the wheel of an underperforming .
  • Who it affects: Fernando Alonso and the 2016 season are the main threads to track.
  • Read next: Start with Fernando Alonso or the 2016 season archive for more context.

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It can shift the competitive picture around the teams and drivers involved in the 2016 season.

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Autosport
Seasons
2016
Drivers
Fernando Alonso (Bio & Records)

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