[tps_header][/tps_header] McLaren-Honda driver Fernando Alonso has been ruled out of competing in this weekend’s Grand Prix in Bahrain. Following medical tests on Thursday, Alonso was barred from racing by the FIA medics after a violent crash in the season opener at Melbourne, Australia. Alonso's crash occurred on lap 17 of the season-opening race in Australia. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/89016585_fernando_alonso_ap-300x169.jpg]Alonso’s crash occurred on lap 17 of the season-opening race in Australia. He will be replaced by McLaren reserve driver Stoffel Vandoorne, who will be making his F1 debut in Bahrain. He said it was “not 100%” that he will be able to race in China in two weeks and he will be tested again in the next eight to ten days after which governing body the FIA will evaluate his condition. Alonso added: “I am already recovered from the pneumothorax but the rib is too fresh and it could be a potential problem. “I have no respiratory problems. It is a small risk, but I understand they want no risk. It is just a question of time – it should be OK in the next 10 days but there is no guarantee.” Vandoorne, a 24-year-old Belgian, is the reigning GP2 champion – the level below F1 – and one of the most highly regarded drivers not to have a regular F1 drive. Stoffel Vandoorne joined McLaren's young driver programme in 2013 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/89021790_stoffel_vandoorne_rex-300x168.jpg]Stoffel Vandoorne joined McLaren’s young driver programme in 2013 He will fly overnight to Bahrain from Japan, where he has been testing the car he races in their Super Formula series. Vandoorne tweeted: “About to board for Bahrain, a bit earlier than expected but so much looking forward to it. Will do my very best for the team.” He is a possibility to replace Britain’s Jenson Button as Alonso’s team-mate in 2017 and racing this weekend provides him an opportunity to showcase his abilities. 

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<h2><strong>Australian Grand Prix - 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track</strong></h2>
The Australian Grand Prix technically originated in 1953 at the Albert Park Circuit, and Doug Whiteford took the win. However, it was a non-championship race, and the Australian Grand Prix was not integrated until 1985 in Adelaide. Williams driver Keke Rosberg became the first Australian Grand Prix winner in the F1 championship.

The first F1 championship winner at Albert Park was Damon Hill in 1996, again for Williams F1. Since then, Formula One has been a regular visitor in Melbourne. It is also worth mentioning that the Albert Park circuit has been the season-opening race, 21 times out of 24 races.

The 2021 event was originally scheduled to open the season in March but has been moved to November due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions.
<h2>Effect of COVID-19</h2>
The Australian Grand Prix was supposed to kick off the 2020 Formula One Season. However, the race down under was called off before it could really take off. The Pandemic meant a delayed start to the F1 season, with Albert Park, unfortunately, missing out on the 2020 calendar.

Since 1996 it has been held at the Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne every year, with the exception of 2020 when the race was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
<h2><strong>Most Winners</strong></h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="200"><strong>Name</strong></td>
<td width="200"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="200"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Michael Schumacher</td>
<td width="200">Germany</td>
<td width="200">2000, 2001, 2002, 2004</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Alain Prost</td>
<td width="200">France</td>
<td width="200">1982, 1986, 1988</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Jenson Button</td>
<td width="200">United Kingdom</td>
<td width="200">2009, 2010, 2012</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Sebastian Vettel</td>
<td width="200">Germany</td>
<td width="200">2011, 2017, 2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Gerhard Berger</td>
<td width="200">Austria</td>
<td width="200">1987, 1992</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Ayrton Senna</td>
<td width="200">Brazil</td>
<td width="200">1991, 1993</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Damon Hill</td>
<td width="200">United Kingdom</td>
<td width="200">1995, 1996</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">David Coulthard</td>
<td width="200">United Kingdom</td>
<td width="200">1997, 2003</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Kimi Raikkonen</td>
<td width="200">Finland</td>
<td width="200">2007, 2013</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Lewis Hamilton</td>
<td width="200">United Kingdom</td>
<td width="200">2008, 2015</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Nico Rosberg</td>
<td width="200">Germany</td>
<td width="200">2014, 2016</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2><strong>Most Constructor's Winners</strong></h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="200"><strong>Constructor</strong></td>
<td width="200"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Ferrari</td>
<td width="200">1987, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2007, 2017, 2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">McLaren</td>
<td width="200">1986, 1988, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1997, 1998, 2003, 2008, 2010, 2012</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Williams</td>
<td width="200">1985, 1989, 1994, 1995, 1996</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Mercedes</td>
<td width="200">2014, 2015, 2016, 2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="200">Renault</td>
<td width="200">2005, 2006</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2><strong>Australian Grand Prix Circuit Details?</strong></h2>
The circuit utilizes parts of the public roads surrounding the Albert Park Lake. The road sections were rebuilt ahead of the 1996 race to ensure consistency and smoothness. This is where the Albert Park circuit differs from other street-going circuits.

The track itself appears fast and relatively easy to drive. The drivers have even praised the circuit for being easy to learn and achieve competitive times. However, the flat terrain around the lake, coupled with a track design that features few true straights, means that the track is not conducive to overtaking.

Each year, most of the motorsport infrastructure is constructed two months ahead of the Grand Prix weekend. Following that, they are removed within six weeks.

The land around the circuit has restricted access during that entire period. However, there usually is some amount of dissent from local residents. Nevertheless, the event is reasonably popular in Melbourne and Australia.
<h2><strong>Australian Grand Prix Tickets</strong></h2>
Tickets are mostly available on the?<a href="https://f1experiences.com/2021-australian-grand-prix" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">official Formula One website</a>.
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="148"><strong>Session</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Day</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Time(Track Time)</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">FP1</td>
<td width="148">Friday, 19 November</td>
<td width="148"><span class="start-time">12:30</span>?-?<span class="end-time">13:30</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">FP2</td>
<td width="148">Friday, 19 November</td>
<td width="148"><span class="start-time">16:00</span>?-?<span class="end-time">17:00</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">FP3</td>
<td width="148">Saturday, 20?November</td>
<td width="148"><span class="start-time">14:00</span>?-?<span class="end-time">15:00</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Qualifying</td>
<td width="148">Saturday, 20?November</td>
<td width="148"><span class="start-time">17:00</span>?-?<span class="end-time">18:00</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Race</td>
<td width="148">Sunday, 21?November</td>
<td width="148"><span class="start-time">17:00</span>?-?<span class="end-time">19:00</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Australian Grand Prix

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA &#8211; MARCH 15: (L-R front) Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari, Kimi Raikkonen of Finland and Ferrari, Nico Rosberg of Germany and Mercedes GP, Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes GP, Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Infiniti Red Bull Racing, Daniil Kvyat of Russia and Infiniti Red Bull Racing and Felipe Massa of Brazil and Williams, (L-R middle) Jenson Button of Great Britain and McLaren Honda, Kevin Magnussen of Denmark and McLaren Honda, Nico Hulkenberg of Germany and Force India, Sergio Perez of Mexico and Force India, Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Scuderia Toro Rosso and Carlos Sainz of Spain and Scuderia Toro Rosso, (L-R back) Romain Grosjean of France and Lotus, Pastor Maldonado of Venezuela and Lotus, Marcus Ericsson of Sweden and Sauber F1, Felipe Nasr of Brazil and Sauber F1, Will Stevens of Great Britain and Manor Marussia and Roberto Merhi of Spain and Manor Marussia pose on the grid for the drivers&#8217; photograph before the Australian Formula One Grand Prix at Albert Park on March 15, 2015 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) // Getty Images/Red Bull Content Pool // P-20150315-00071 // Usage for editorial use only // Please go to www.redbullcontentpool.com for further information. // Australian Grand Prix &#8211; 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track The Australian Grand Prix technically originated in 1953 at the Albert Park Circuit, and Doug Whiteford took the win. However, it was a non-championship race, and the Australian Grand Prix was not integrated until 1985 in Adelaide. Williams driver Keke Rosberg became the first Australian Grand Prix winner in the F1 championship. The first F1 championship winner at Albert Park was Damon Hill in 1996, again for Williams F1. Since then, Formula One has been a regular visitor in Melbourne. It is also worth mentioning that the Albert Park circuit has been the season-opening race, 21 times out of 24 races. The 2021 event was originally scheduled to open the season in March but has been moved to November due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. Effect of COVID-19 The Australian Grand Prix was supposed to kick off the 2020 Formula One Season. However, the race down under was called off before it could really take off. The Pandemic meant a delayed start to the F1 season, with Albert Park, unfortunately, missing out on the 2020 calendar. Since 1996 it has been held at the Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne every year, with the exception of 2020 when the race was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Most Winners  Name Nationality Year  Michael Schumacher Germany 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004  Alain Prost France 1982, 1986, 1988  Jenson Button United Kingdom 2009, 2010, 2012  Sebastian Vettel Germany 2011, 2017, 2018  Gerhard Berger Austria 1987, 1992  Ayrton Senna Brazil 1991, 1993  Damon Hill United Kingdom 1995, 1996  David Coulthard United Kingdom 1997, 2003  Kimi Raikkonen Finland 2007, 2013  Lewis Hamilton United Kingdom 2008, 2015  Nico Rosberg Germany 2014, 2016  Most Constructor&#8217;s Winners  Constructor Year  Ferrari 1987, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2007, 2017, 2018  McLaren 1986, 1988, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1997, 1998, 2003, 2008, 2010, 2012  Williams 1985, 1989, 1994, 1995, 1996  Mercedes 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019  Renault 2005, 2006  Australian Grand Prix Circuit Details? The circuit utilizes parts of the public roads surrounding the Albert Park Lake. The road sections were rebuilt ahead of the 1996 race to ensure consistency and smoothness. This is where the Albert Park circuit differs from other street-going circuits. The track itself appears fast and relatively easy to drive. The drivers have even praised the circuit for being easy to learn and achieve competitive times. However, the flat terrain around the lake, coupled with a track design that features few true straights, means that the track is not conducive to overtaking. Each year, most of the motorsport infrastructure is constructed two months ahead of the Grand Prix weekend. Following that, they are removed within six weeks. The land around the circuit has restricted access during that entire period. However, there usually is some amount of dissent from local residents. Nevertheless, the event is reasonably popular in Melbourne and Australia. Australian Grand Prix Tickets Tickets are mostly available on the?official Formula One website.  Session Day Time(Track Time)  FP1 Friday, 19 November 12:30?-?13:30  FP2 Friday, 19 November 16:00?-?17:00  FP3 Saturday, 20?November 14:00?-?15:00  Qualifying Saturday, 20?November 17:00?-?18:00  Race Sunday, 21?November 17:00?-?19:00

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<h2>Bahrain Grand Prix 2021 Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track</h2>
The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since.

F1 raced on the Bahrain track's "outer layout", consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers dubbed the outer track an "oval", given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there was plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race.

Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium.

In 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year.

Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Bahrain replaced the Australian GP as the season opener for the 2021 season. Lewis Hamilton won the first race of the 2021 season ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas.
<h2>Past Winners</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="148"><strong>Name</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Wins</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Sebastian Vettel</td>
<td width="148">4</td>
<td width="148">2012,2013,2017,2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Fernando Alonso</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2005, 2006, 2010</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Lewis Hamilton</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2014,2015,2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Felipe Massa</td>
<td width="148">2</td>
<td width="148">2007, 2008</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Past Constructors' Winners</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="221"><strong>Manufacturer</strong></td>
<td width="221"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Ferrari</td>
<td width="221">2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Mercedes</td>
<td width="221">2014, 2015, 2016, 2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Renault</td>
<td width="221">2005, 2006,</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Red Bull</td>
<td width="221">2012, 2013</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Track Details</h2>
The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann Tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as 'The Oval,' features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit.

One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren't punished, should they make mistakes.

Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap.
<h2>Where to watch</h2>
Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One.

Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively.

Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports.

Bahrain Grand Prix

Formula One F1 &#8211; Sakhir Grand Prix &#8211; Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain &#8211; Racing Point&#8217;s Sergio Perez celebrates on the podium after winning the race with second placed Renault&#8217;s Esteban Ocon and third placed Lance Stroll Pool via REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed Bahrain Grand Prix 2021 Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since. F1 raced on the Bahrain track&#8217;s &#8220;outer layout&#8221;, consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers dubbed the outer track an &#8220;oval&#8221;, given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there was plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race. Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium. In 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year. Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Bahrain replaced the Australian GP as the season opener for the 2021 season. Lewis Hamilton won the first race of the 2021 season ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas. Past Winners  Name Wins Year  Sebastian Vettel 4 2012,2013,2017,2018  Fernando Alonso 3 2005, 2006, 2010  Lewis Hamilton 3 2014,2015,2019  Felipe Massa 2 2007, 2008  Past Constructors&#8217; Winners  Manufacturer Year  Ferrari 2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018  Mercedes 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019  Renault 2005, 2006,  Red Bull 2012, 2013  Track Details The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann Tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as &#8216;The Oval,&#8217; features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit. One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren&#8217;t punished, should they make mistakes. Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap. Where to watch Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One. Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively. Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports.

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<h2>Chinese Grand Prix - Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track</h2>
The Chinese Grand Prix has been a constant host of F1 races since 2004. It had earned itself the reputation for being the most expensive circuit until 2009, when the Abu Dhabi Circuit came into existence.

The Shanghai International Circuit, designed by the Tilke Company, ranks among the most adventurous and challenging circuits in the world. The pattern of the circuit is the first letter from 'Shanghai,' which translates to 'ascend'.

The concept of bringing Chinese soil to F1 racing ground started in the 1990s. The first track, the Zhuhai International Circuit, was not appropriate for staging a Grand Prix, as marked by the FIA. But the country?s government was determined to host the Chinese Grand Prix.

In 2004, they announced the Shanghai International Circuit to be the track for all upcoming races.

The COVID-19 situation has, however, affected the calendar which led to the cancellation of this season?s race. There is major planning underway to get back to the sport next season.
<h2>Most Winners</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="121">NAME</td>
<td width="123">NATIONALITY</td>
<td width="104">YEAR</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="121">Lewis Hamilton</td>
<td width="123">British</td>
<td width="104">2008, 2011,

2014, 2015,

2017, 2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="121">Fernando Alonso</td>
<td width="123">Spanish</td>
<td width="104">2005, 2013</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="121">Nico Rosberg</td>
<td width="123">German-Finnish</td>
<td width="104">2012, 2016</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Most Constructors Winners</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="140">Manufacturer</td>
<td width="94">Year</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="140">Mercedes</td>
<td width="94">2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="140">Ferrari</td>
<td width="94">2004, 2006,

2007, 2013</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="140">McLaren</td>
<td width="94">2008, 2010,

2011</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="140">Red Bull</td>
<td width="94">2009, 2018</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Circuit Details</h2>
The Circuit of Shanghai is famous for its layout, which makes the race extremely thrilling.

The track measures 5.451 kilometers and has 16 turns. The circuit provides 56 laps that are covered in the entire duration of the race, which covers 305.066 kilometers.

This circuit is much more complicated than the other F1 registered circuits that exist. The first four laps that form the "snails" are the most challenging part of the circuit.

The other laps are considerably less complicated, with proper tactics of racing. The racers are fond of lap 7 and 8, which have chicanes that allow smooth overtaking.

Lap 11 to 14 provides the next set of a complicated pattern that affects the pace of a racer. It includes sharp and testing chicanes and a lengthy right-hander that leads to extreme pressure on the racer to keep up with their proper performance.

The Shanghai International Circuit, which has achieved FIA Grade 1 promises to give an event packed with thrill and adventure, ensuring safety protocols don't take a backseat.
<h2>Where to Watch</h2>
To tune into the racing event in Asia, Australia, and Latin America, one must have access to Fox Sports. Africa can watch it on SuperSport while viewers from the Indian subcontinent will have access to it from the Star Sports network.

Belgium has RTBF and Telenet for the entire highlights and the streaming of the race. Brazilians can watch the race on TV Globo and SporTV while Bulgaria can view it on Nova and Diema Sport.

China will stream the race on CCTV, Tencent, Guangdong TV, and Shanghai TV. RDS and TSN will broadcast the entire course of the race for Canada. The Czech Republic and Slovakia can tune into Sport 1, Sport2, Sport 5 to catch the broadcast.

Denmark will have TV3+, TV3 Sport, and ViaSat while Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania will have TBC for the broadcast.

Finland will telecast the race on MTV and France will do so on TF1 and Canal+. Germany, Austria, and Switzerland will have RTL Germany for their people to enjoy the race. Greece will stream it on ERT and Cosmote TV. The Italians will witness it on Sky Italia and TV8.

Japan will watch it on Fuji Television, Network Inc., and Dazn. TUDN Mexico will telecast the race for Mexico while Montenegro can watch it on SportKlub.

The Netherlands will broadcast it on Ziggo, and New Zealand will do so on Spark sport. Eleven Sport will telecast the entire event for Poland and Portugal. Those in Russia can watch the race on Match TV.

Spain and Andorra have Movistar while Turkey will stream it on S Sport. The United Kingdom will broadcast the entire event on C4 and Sky Sports, while ESPN will telecast the race for the USA.
<h2>Chinese Grand Prix at a Glance</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="158">FOUNDED</td>
<td width="151">2002</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="158">FIRST HELD</td>
<td width="151">2004</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="158">LAPS</td>
<td width="151">56</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="158">LAST RACE

POLE POSITION

PODIUM</td>
<td width="151">2019

Valtteri Bottas (1:31.547)

3. Sebastian Vettel (+13.744)

2. Valtteri Bottas (+6.552)

1. Lewis Hamilton (1:32:06.350)</td>
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<td width="151">Lewis Hamilton</td>
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<td width="151">Mercedes</td>
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<td width="158">CIRCUIT DETAILS

CIRCUIT LENGTH

RACE LENGTH</td>
<td width="151">5.451-km

305.066-km</td>
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<td width="158">WHERE TO WATCH</td>
<td width="151">Shanghai International Circuit</td>
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<td width="158">TICKETS</td>
<td width="151"><a href="https://f1experiences.com/2021-chinese-grand-prix">https://f1experiences.com/2021-chinese-grand-prix</a></td>
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Chinese Grand Prix &#8211; Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track The Chinese Grand Prix has been a constant host of F1 races since 2004. It had earned itself the reputation for being the most expensive circuit until 2009, when the Abu Dhabi Circuit came into existence. The Shanghai International Circuit, designed by the Tilke Company, ranks among the most adventurous and challenging circuits in the world. The pattern of the circuit is the first letter from &#8216;Shanghai,&#8217; which translates to &#8216;ascend&#8217;. The concept of bringing Chinese soil to F1 racing ground started in the 1990s. The first track, the Zhuhai International Circuit, was not appropriate for staging a Grand Prix, as marked by the FIA. But the country?s government was determined to host the Chinese Grand Prix. In 2004, they announced the Shanghai International Circuit to be the track for all upcoming races. The COVID-19 situation has, however, affected the calendar which led to the cancellation of this season?s race. There is major planning underway to get back to the sport next season. Most Winners  NAME NATIONALITY YEAR  Lewis Hamilton British 2008, 2011, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2019  Fernando Alonso Spanish 2005, 2013  Nico Rosberg German-Finnish 2012, 2016  Most Constructors Winners  Manufacturer Year  Mercedes 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019  Ferrari 2004, 2006, 2007, 2013  McLaren 2008, 2010, 2011  Red Bull 2009, 2018  Circuit Details The Circuit of Shanghai is famous for its layout, which makes the race extremely thrilling. The track measures 5.451 kilometers and has 16 turns. The circuit provides 56 laps that are covered in the entire duration of the race, which covers 305.066 kilometers. This circuit is much more complicated than the other F1 registered circuits that exist. The first four laps that form the &#8220;snails&#8221; are the most challenging part of the circuit. The other laps are considerably less complicated, with proper tactics of racing. The racers are fond of lap 7 and 8, which have chicanes that allow smooth overtaking. Lap 11 to 14 provides the next set of a complicated pattern that affects the pace of a racer. It includes sharp and testing chicanes and a lengthy right-hander that leads to extreme pressure on the racer to keep up with their proper performance. The Shanghai International Circuit, which has achieved FIA Grade 1 promises to give an event packed with thrill and adventure, ensuring safety protocols don&#8217;t take a backseat. Where to Watch To tune into the racing event in Asia, Australia, and Latin America, one must have access to Fox Sports. Africa can watch it on SuperSport while viewers from the Indian subcontinent will have access to it from the Star Sports network. Belgium has RTBF and Telenet for the entire highlights and the streaming of the race. Brazilians can watch the race on TV Globo and SporTV while Bulgaria can view it on Nova and Diema Sport. China will stream the race on CCTV, Tencent, Guangdong TV, and Shanghai TV. RDS and TSN will broadcast the entire course of the race for Canada. The Czech Republic and Slovakia can tune into Sport 1, Sport2, Sport 5 to catch the broadcast. Denmark will have TV3+, TV3 Sport, and ViaSat while Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania will have TBC for the broadcast. Finland will telecast the race on MTV and France will do so on TF1 and Canal+. Germany, Austria, and Switzerland will have RTL Germany for their people to enjoy the race. Greece will stream it on ERT and Cosmote TV. The Italians will witness it on Sky Italia and TV8. Japan will watch it on Fuji Television, Network Inc., and Dazn. TUDN Mexico will telecast the race for Mexico while Montenegro can watch it on SportKlub. The Netherlands will broadcast it on Ziggo, and New Zealand will do so on Spark sport. Eleven Sport will telecast the entire event for Poland and Portugal. Those in Russia can watch the race on Match TV. Spain and Andorra have Movistar while Turkey will stream it on S Sport. The United Kingdom will broadcast the entire event on C4 and Sky Sports, while ESPN will telecast the race for the USA. Chinese Grand Prix at a Glance  FOUNDED 2002  FIRST HELD 2004  LAPS 56  LAST RACE POLE POSITION PODIUM 2019 Valtteri Bottas (1:31.547) 3. Sebastian Vettel (+13.744) 2. Valtteri Bottas (+6.552) 1. Lewis Hamilton (1:32:06.350)  MOST WINNERS Lewis Hamilton  MOST CONSTRUCTORS WINNERS Mercedes  CIRCUIT DETAILS CIRCUIT LENGTH RACE LENGTH 5.451-km 305.066-km  WHERE TO WATCH Shanghai International Circuit  TICKETS https://f1experiences.com/2021-chinese-grand-prix

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The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since.

Due to pandemic restrictions, F1 postponed this year's event as one of the penultimate races for the 2020 Championship season. What makes this year's race even more special is the addition of an extra race on the same track with a different layout configuration.

F1 will race on the Bahrain track's "outer layout", consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers have dubbed the outer track an "oval", given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there's sure to be plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race.

Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium.

in 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising of 2011 and several reports of human rights violations. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year.

Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights.
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<td width="148">Sebastian Vettel</td>
<td width="148">4</td>
<td width="148">2012,2013,2017,2018</td>
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<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2005, 2006, 2010</td>
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<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2014,2015,2019</td>
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<td width="148">2</td>
<td width="148">2007, 2008</td>
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<td width="221">2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018</td>
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<td width="221">2014, 2015, 2016, 2019</td>
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<td width="221">2005, 2006,</td>
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The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as 'The Oval' features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit.

One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren't punished, should they make mistakes.

Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap.

Fans can tune in to watch the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix from around the world.

Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One.

Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively.

Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports.

Those interested can purchase tickets for the event from the <a href="https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-3176-bahrain" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">official website</a>.

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The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since. Due to pandemic restrictions, F1 postponed this year&#8217;s event as one of the penultimate races for the 2020 Championship season. What makes this year&#8217;s race even more special is the addition of an extra race on the same track with a different layout configuration. F1 will race on the Bahrain track&#8217;s &#8220;outer layout&#8221;, consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers have dubbed the outer track an &#8220;oval&#8221;, given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there&#8217;s sure to be plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race. Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium. in 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising of 2011 and several reports of human rights violations. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year. Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights.  Name Wins Year  Sebastian Vettel 4 2012,2013,2017,2018  Fernando Alonso 3 2005, 2006, 2010  Lewis Hamilton 3 2014,2015,2019  Felipe Massa 2 2007, 2008    Manufacturer Year  Ferrari 2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018  Mercedes 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019  Renault 2005, 2006,  Red Bull 2012, 2013  The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as &#8216;The Oval&#8217; features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit. One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren&#8217;t punished, should they make mistakes. Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap. Fans can tune in to watch the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix from around the world. Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One. Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively. Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports. Those interested can purchase tickets for the event from the official website.

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[caption id="attachment_835039" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-835039 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-11-21T161313Z_1041160154_UP1EHBL191ZJU_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-QATAR.jpg" alt="Alpine F1 driver Fernando Alonso" width="1920" height="1357" /> Formula One F1 - Qatar Grand Prix - Losail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar - November 21, 2021 Third placed Alpine's Fernando Alonso celebrates on the podium with champagne REUTERS/Thaier Al-Sudani[/caption]
<h2><strong>Fernando Alonso 2022: </strong><strong>Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</strong></h2>
Fernando Alonso has been established as one of the best drivers of his generation. The Spaniard is one driver who should never be underestimated. Even in a car that was not up to the mark, he would wring out every ounce of performance and put it in places where it should not be.

He made his debut in 2001 driving for Minardi. It was also the same year that <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/kimi-raikkonen/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kimi Raikkonen</a> made his debut. In 2002, he joined forces with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/renault/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Renault</a> in the capacity of a test driver before graduating to a race seat in 2003.

After winning two back-to-back championships, he moved to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/mclaren/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">McLaren</a>. However, he returned to Renault a year later. In 2010, he joined <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/ferrari/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ferrari</a> and raced for them until 2014. Finally, he returned to McLaren in 2015 and stayed with them until his retirement in 2018.

Shortly after retiring, Fernando Alonso and NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fb0pTpqGkpU" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">swapped rides</a> as part of a special one-off event. The double World Champion drove Johnson's Chevrolet Camaro by Hendrick Motorsports while Johnson took to the wheel of Alonso's 2018 McLaren F1 car.

However, Alonso's 'retirement' from Formula 1 didn't last very long. In July 2020, Alonso announced his return to the pinnacle of motorsport with Renault turned Alpine in 2021. Coming full circle, Alonso rejoined the French team, having completed 2 previous stints with the Enstone outfit.

The Spaniard partnered Esteban Ocon at the Renault-powered Alpine Racing over the 2021 season. Alonso went on to clinch his first podium in years at the inaugural Qatar Grand Prix.

He will stay with the team until the end of 2022 while his teammate extended his stay until the end of 2024.

READ MORE- <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/who-all-has-former-f1-driver-fernando-alonso-dated-a-list-of-his-girlfriends-from-the-past/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Who Has Fernando Alonso Dated? A List of His Girlfriends From the Past</a>
<h2><strong>Fernando Alonso: Stats and On-track Achievements</strong></h2>
Fernando Alonso is a double-World Champion with the Renault F1 team. His maiden podium came in 2003 in what was just his second race for Renault at the Malaysian Grand Prix.

Later that year, the maiden win would follow at the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hungarian_Grand_Prix" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hungarian Grand Prix</a>. He bagged a few more podiums in 2004. And in 2005, he wrestled the championship away from<a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/michael-schumacher/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Michael Schumacher</a>. That year, he won by a hefty 21 points ahead of Kimi Raikkonen, and Michael Schumacher was held off by a 60-point void.

2006 was a bit closer between him and Michael, with 13 points separating them. In 2007, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lewis-hamilton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lewis Hamilton</a> happened, and it was a tumultuous year for Alonso and his new team, McLaren.

Beyond that year, the win well gradually began to dry up for the Spaniard. He only picked up 13 wins across 10 years. The 2013 Spanish Grand Prix was his last win for Ferrari and in Formula One.

In an F1 career spanning 17 years, Alonso started 322 Grand Prix, winning 32 races and clinching 97 podiums in the process. He also racked up 1937 points.

It's no secret that Alonso is aiming for the 'triple crown' in motorsport. The triple crown involves winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Monaco Grand Prix, and the Indianapolis 500.

Alonso has triumphed in Monaco and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The Spaniard is keen to add another feather to his cap with a win at the Indy500.

Sadly, he's been unlucky so far. In his first attempt in 2017, Alonso retired from the race, having led the race for a commendable 27 laps. In 2019, Alonso failed to qualify for the event following a series of issues, which weren't entirely of his own making. He competed in the 2020 event with Arrow McLaren SP but hardly made an impression as he qualified P26 and reached home in P21.

[caption id="attachment_484160" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-484160" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-838396468.jpg" alt="Fernando Alonso ahead of the 2017 Belgian Grand prix" width="1920" height="1280" /> SPA, BELGIUM - AUGUST 24: Fernando Alonso of Spain and McLaren Honda talks in the Paddock during previews ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Spa, Belgium. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2><strong>Fernando Alonso: 2022 Net Worth</strong></h2>
Fernando's net worth is <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/fernando-alonso-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">estimated to be worth $240 million</a>. His annual salary in his final F1 season with McLaren <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/fernando-alonso/#4e1ee7534406" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">was a whopping $33 million</a>. Despite staying away from F1 for 2 whole seasons, he received a king's welcome at Alpine, as the Spaniard enjoyed a salary of $25M in 2021, which also rated him as the <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/brettknight/2021/07/22/formula-1-highest-paid-drivers-hamilton-verstappen/?sh=47a3a6fe1182" target="_blank" rel="noopener">third highest-paid driver</a> on the grid. As of 2022, Alonso will earn $20M per year and is likely to extend his Alpine F1 contract at least until the end of 2023.

He won the Sports Prince of Asturias Award in 2005.
<h2><strong>Fernando Alonso: Endorsements</strong></h2>
He was 39th on the Forbes list of Highest-Paid Athletes in 2018. He received around $1 million in endorsements and a salary of $33 million. Fernando Alonso often sports cool sunglasses, which are made by his own fashion brand- Kimoa, a brand that he is sponsored by.
<h2>Best Moments of Fernando Alonso</h2>
<h2><strong>Fernando Alonso: Foundations and Charity</strong></h2>
Fernando Alonso supports the <a href="https://www.looktothestars.org/celebrity/fernando-alonso" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sightsavers International foundation</a>. It works to combat blindness in developing countries, restoring sight through specialist treatment and eye care. They also support people who are irreversibly blind by providing education, counseling, and training. He is also the goodwill ambassador for UNICEF.

In 2007, Fernando founded the <a href="https://www.fernandoalonso.com/category/fundacion/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fundaci?n Fernando Alonso</a>, which is a foundation that aims to promote road safety.

<strong>ALSO READ-?</strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-coronavirus-news-fernando-alonso-join-hands-with-unicef-to-donate-masks-in-spain/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Fernando Alonso Join Hands With UNICEF to Donate Masks in Spain</a>
<h3>How to contact Fernando Alonso</h3>
Fans can reach out to Fernando Alonso through his official website at <a href="https://www.fernandoalonso.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.fernandoalonso.com</a>

Alternatively, those interested can contact Alonso through his multiple social media handles, which include - ?<a href="https://www.instagram.com/fernandoalo_oficial/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/alo_oficial?lang=es" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FernandoAlonsoOficial/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a>.
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<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">40</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Divorced</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Spouse</strong></td>
<td width="319">None</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Residence</strong></td>
<td width="319">Switzerland</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">Spanish</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="319">Kimoa</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td width="319">1.71m</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Ethnicity</strong></td>
<td width="319">White</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Championships</strong></td>
<td width="319">2</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Kids</strong></td>
<td width="319">0</td>
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Formula One F1 &#8211; Qatar Grand Prix &#8211; Losail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar &#8211; November 21, 2021 Third placed Alpine&#8217;s Fernando Alonso celebrates on the podium with champagne REUTERS/Thaier Al-Sudani Fernando Alonso 2022: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Fernando Alonso has been established as one of the best drivers of his generation. The Spaniard is one driver who should never be underestimated. Even in a car that was not up to the mark, he would wring out every ounce of performance and put it in places where it should not be. He made his debut in 2001 driving for Minardi. It was also the same year that Kimi Raikkonen made his debut. In 2002, he joined forces with Renault in the capacity of a test driver before graduating to a race seat in 2003. After winning two back-to-back championships, he moved to McLaren. However, he returned to Renault a year later. In 2010, he joined Ferrari and raced for them until 2014. Finally, he returned to McLaren in 2015 and stayed with them until his retirement in 2018. Shortly after retiring, Fernando Alonso and NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson swapped rides as part of a special one-off event. The double World Champion drove Johnson&#8217;s Chevrolet Camaro by Hendrick Motorsports while Johnson took to the wheel of Alonso&#8217;s 2018 McLaren F1 car. However, Alonso&#8217;s &#8216;retirement&#8217; from Formula 1 didn&#8217;t last very long. In July 2020, Alonso announced his return to the pinnacle of motorsport with Renault turned Alpine in 2021. Coming full circle, Alonso rejoined the French team, having completed 2 previous stints with the Enstone outfit. The Spaniard partnered Esteban Ocon at the Renault-powered Alpine Racing over the 2021 season. Alonso went on to clinch his first podium in years at the inaugural Qatar Grand Prix. He will stay with the team until the end of 2022 while his teammate extended his stay until the end of 2024. READ MORE- Who Has Fernando Alonso Dated? A List of His Girlfriends From the Past Fernando Alonso: Stats and On-track Achievements Fernando Alonso is a double-World Champion with the Renault F1 team. His maiden podium came in 2003 in what was just his second race for Renault at the Malaysian Grand Prix. Later that year, the maiden win would follow at the Hungarian Grand Prix. He bagged a few more podiums in 2004. And in 2005, he wrestled the championship away from Michael Schumacher. That year, he won by a hefty 21 points ahead of Kimi Raikkonen, and Michael Schumacher was held off by a 60-point void. 2006 was a bit closer between him and Michael, with 13 points separating them. In 2007, Lewis Hamilton happened, and it was a tumultuous year for Alonso and his new team, McLaren. Beyond that year, the win well gradually began to dry up for the Spaniard. He only picked up 13 wins across 10 years. The 2013 Spanish Grand Prix was his last win for Ferrari and in Formula One. In an F1 career spanning 17 years, Alonso started 322 Grand Prix, winning 32 races and clinching 97 podiums in the process. He also racked up 1937 points. It&#8217;s no secret that Alonso is aiming for the &#8216;triple crown&#8217; in motorsport. The triple crown involves winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Monaco Grand Prix, and the Indianapolis 500. Alonso has triumphed in Monaco and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The Spaniard is keen to add another feather to his cap with a win at the Indy500. Sadly, he&#8217;s been unlucky so far. In his first attempt in 2017, Alonso retired from the race, having led the race for a commendable 27 laps. In 2019, Alonso failed to qualify for the event following a series of issues, which weren&#8217;t entirely of his own making. He competed in the 2020 event with Arrow McLaren SP but hardly made an impression as he qualified P26 and reached home in P21. SPA, BELGIUM &#8211; AUGUST 24: Fernando Alonso of Spain and McLaren Honda talks in the Paddock during previews ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Spa, Belgium. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) Fernando Alonso: 2022 Net Worth Fernando&#8217;s net worth is estimated to be worth $240 million. His annual salary in his final F1 season with McLaren was a whopping $33 million. Despite staying away from F1 for 2 whole seasons, he received a king&#8217;s welcome at Alpine, as the Spaniard enjoyed a salary of $25M in 2021, which also rated him as the third highest-paid driver on the grid. As of 2022, Alonso will earn $20M per year and is likely to extend his Alpine F1 contract at least until the end of 2023. He won the Sports Prince of Asturias Award in 2005. Fernando Alonso: Endorsements He was 39th on the Forbes list of Highest-Paid Athletes in 2018. He received around $1 million in endorsements and a salary of $33 million. Fernando Alonso often sports cool sunglasses, which are made by his own fashion brand- Kimoa, a brand that he is sponsored by. Best Moments of Fernando Alonso Fernando Alonso: Foundations and Charity Fernando Alonso supports the Sightsavers International foundation. It works to combat blindness in developing countries, restoring sight through specialist treatment and eye care. They also support people who are irreversibly blind by providing education, counseling, and training. He is also the goodwill ambassador for UNICEF. In 2007, Fernando founded the Fundaci?n Fernando Alonso, which is a foundation that aims to promote road safety. ALSO READ-?Fernando Alonso Join Hands With UNICEF to Donate Masks in Spain How to contact Fernando Alonso Fans can reach out to Fernando Alonso through his official website at https://www.fernandoalonso.com Alternatively, those interested can contact Alonso through his multiple social media handles, which include &#8211; ?Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.  Age 40  Marital Status Divorced  Spouse None  Residence Switzerland  Nationality Spanish  Endorsements Kimoa  Height 1.71m  Ethnicity White  Championships 2  Kids 0