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Magnussen reveals "massive headache" retirement caused by gearbox 'big bangs'

Kevin Magnussen has revealed he was forced to retire from the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix due to him sustaining "a massive headache" caused by a significant gearbox problem. Despite attempting to continue, Magnussen opted to call it a day at Imola after 47 laps, in particular as he was not in a position to score any points. Article continues under video Over the team radio, Magnussen said: "I'm getting a massive headache from all these upshifts. It's like a kick in the head every time." Asked as to how bad he was feeling and whether he could carry on or if he wanted to retire, he replied: "It's my job isn't it. It's painful man." A couple of laps later, however,...
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