F1: 5 of the most controversial moments of Alonso's career

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F1 Grand Prix of Italy
Fernando Alonso has numerous controversies to his name

#3 Costing Hamilton crucial time - 2007 Hungarian Grand Prix

Hungarian F1 Grand Prix Race
Alonso was slapped with a five-place grid penalty for the incident

Fernando Alonso was involved in yet another controversy at the Hungarian Grand Prix. The Spanish driver was slapped with a five-place grid penalty, and McLaren was deducted 15 constructor's championship points for the incident.

Alonso was seen holding his teammate Hamilton in the pitlane during the final qualifying session right before setting his fastest lap. The delay caused by the Spaniard cost the Brit crucial seconds, which ultimately, didn't allow Hamilton to complete a hot lap at the end of the session. Alonso took the pole while Hamtion took the second spot on the grid.

For his actions, Fernando Alonso was stripped of his pole position, and the team were not allowed to score any points for the constructor's championship in that race.

Video: Alonso vs Hamilton - 2007 Hungarian Grand Prix

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