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FIA chief Ben Sulayem calls Alonso over engine concerns

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  • FIA president Ben Sulayem called Fernando Alonso to discuss the driver’s concerns.
  • Sulayem said a May legal step allowed the team to improve its engine, but he will not dictate actions.
  • He clarified the Aduo system permits power-units more than 2% behind the leader to upgrade designs.
  • A spokesperson said Sulayem hopes Alonso remains in Formula 1.
  • They warned his remarks should not be seen as exceeding his authority.