Fernando Alonso pinpoints 'phenomenal' Aston Martin strength after rare F1 duels

Fernando Alonso believes the performance of his Aston Martin chassis in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix was "phenomenal" as it allowed him to fight with Ferrari and Mercedes cars.

Alonso was able to secure Aston Martin's best grid position of the season in the dreadfully wet qualifying session at Interlagos, lining up in eighth place, and looked set to challenge for much-needed points for the team, which has endured a tricky season.