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Formula 1 F1 – Emilia Romagna Grand Prix – Autodromo Internazionale Enzo and Dino Ferrari, Imola, Italy – Fernando Alonso is interviewed via REUTERS
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Fernando Alonso and Renault were exposed to the heat of the Formula 1 community. The fact is that the Spaniard is taking part in the “Young Driver Test” formula with Renault after the Abu Dhabi GP. Inexperienced drivers (no more than 2 races) can also participate. But the 39-year-old driver, who has two world championships behind him, is neither young nor inexperienced.
This has led to widespread criticism of the team and its reigning driver. The Renault team boss, Cyril Abiteboul, has none of it. He almost mocked the complaints of his colleagues and said:
« I appreciate that it attracted a lot of attention. We started the year with some controversy; We end the year with a different kind of controversy, but it’s good. It also keeps the sport alive. ”
The reasons are obvious to the French manufacturers. Alonso returns to the F1 scene after two years as a driver. While he’s participated in other motorsport companies like Indy and Rally, they are just pale compared to the level of F1. Abiteboul explained the reasons for the test and said:
« It is very human what we do for Fernando. When we and Fernando decided to return to Formula 1, it was clear to him that he wanted to have as many kilometers as possible before next year. ”
« As you know, the regulation put a clear limit on that, so we did quite a bit, four days with a two year old car, and we thought it would be a nice thing to do with a current one too automobile. We honestly asked and the FIA approved it, it’s that simple. ”
Cash register, open and irritating to its rivals; Fernando Alonso is officially back. His team radios during his frustrating time at Mclaren are legendary. Perhaps its controversial nature is good for Formula One. And even if he doesn’t bring his World Cup caliber back, he will certainly bring a lot of fireworks.
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