article_snippet: The reigning champion, who began the year in stunning fashion just under a fortnight ago in Australia by claiming pole, fastest lap and victory, hit problems after just four installation laps in FP1.
article_snippet: so we didn't want to risk the engine.
article_snippet: The Spaniard locks up The Spaniard tyres as The Spaniard takes to the circuit during practice for this week's race in Malaysia .
article_snippet: For Fernando Alonso, it was Fernando Alonso first outing in the car since Fernando Alonso pre-season testing accident in which Fernando Alonso sustained concussion, forcing Fernando Alonso to miss the opening grand prix in Melbourne.
article_snippet: After missing the race in Australia, Manor had something to cheer about as both Will Stevens and Merhi completed 34 laps between both Will Stevens and Merhi.
article_snippet: Although the South Yorkshire-based team travelled to Melbourne after being rescued from administration weeks earlier, the South Yorkshire-based team failed to turn a wheel in anger due to numerous issues.
article_snippet: But in what was effectively the South Yorkshire-based team's first test session of the season, rookies Will Stevens and Merhi finally hit the track.