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Formula One F1 – Japanese Grand Prix – Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan – October 7, 2022 Alpine’s Fernando Alonso during practice REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon

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Formula One F1 – Japanese Grand Prix – Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan – October 7, 2022 Alpine’s Fernando Alonso during practice REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon
Two-time F1 world champion, Fernando Alonso, despite being 41-year-old, shows no signs of slowing down as he embarks on a new journey. The Spaniard will begin his new adventure with Aston Martin from 2023 onwards.
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Aston Martin convinced the world champion to join them in a bid to win races and eventually titles in the long run. However, Alonso carries a reputation for being difficult to manage if he does not get his way. Although, Alonso’s former teammate and countryman Pedro de la Rosa believes otherwise.
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Speaking to the media, Aston Martin’s newly appointed ambassador revealed how to approach Alonso once he joins the team. “I don’t think that Fernando is a difficult guy to handle,” said De la Rosa
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And added, “As long as you always tell him exactly what’s going on, and what is the truth, you will never have a problem with him. But the moment you try to hide information or he feels you are trying to keep some information aside, you will have problems.”
“He is just a very competitive individual. That’s the reality. If you are as competitive as him, you won’t have any problem with Fernando,” De la Rosa concluded.
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The Spaniard who joined Alpine after a two-year sabbatical has showcased pure speed in the two years. Now, Aston Martin will expect more of the same. Moreover, the Silverstone-based team will also benefit from the most experienced man on the grid.
The most experienced man is still very motivated, which is proving De la Rosa right with his comments from the past.
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Pedro de la Rosa says comments about Fernando Alonso still ring true after two years
The former McLaren test driver made comments about Alonso in the past which might’ve labeled the 51-year-old “crazy”. However, after a few years, he’s stuck with his comments and does not mind the label.

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Formula One F1 – Japanese Grand Prix – Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan – October 8, 2022. Alpine’s Fernando Alonso interview after qualifying. REUTERS/Issei Kato.
“I’ve always said that Fernando is one of the best drivers in the history of Formula 1, and when I said this a few years ago, everyone thought I was crazy.”
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“But I’m still crazy because I think he’s unique,” he said.
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There are a lot of expectations surrounding Alonso and his move to Aston Martin. Hopefully, the team can provide a competitive car to the world champion.
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