Fernando Alonso, the threat of the first corner

We don’t talk about age when it comes to Fernando Alonso. The Alpine driver seems to have found the fountain of youth, as his 40 years old (soon to be 41 on July 29th) have no impact on his performances.

If the start of the season for the Spaniard was difficult due to mechanical issues and incredible bad luck, fate seems to have shifted back in favor of the two-time world champion of 2005 and 2006.

During the qualifications for the Canadian Grand Prix, the Alpine driver achieved the second best time behind the championship leader, Max Verstappen. Starting on the front row, Fernando Alonso could take advantage of his skills and ability to make good starts to take control of the race in the early moments.

The question was indeed obviously asked to him, and the pilot, who has the longest career in history, insisted on answering with humor by saying, “I think I’m going to attack Max at the first turn.”

Max ready to defend against Alonso

If he responded with a laugh, it is certain that the Spaniard will seize all opportunities to score big points, as he expects to finish « between fifth and seventh place in the race. I am confident, but we cannot dream too big ».

On his side, Max Verstappen assures that he will be prepared for any attack from the driver he used to watch on television in his youth. « Of course, Fernando is getting older, but he is still very fast. And I know he takes very good starts, so he will seize his opportunity and I have to be ready. »