Fernando Alonso
Fernando Alonso
Fernando Alonso Díaz audio is a Spanish Formula One racing driver and a double World Champion who is currently racing for McLaren-Honda...
NationalitySpanish
ProfessionRace Car Driver
Date of Birth29 July 1981
CityOviedo, Spain
CountrySpain
knew michael passed strongest worried
I was not worried even if Michael passed me because I knew we would be strongest at the end of the race.
brand car consistent easy good hoping january mechanical news nice runs seem strong taking test
I was hoping that it would feel like the R25 to drive, because that was such a nice car for the drivers. The good news is that it does. It is easy to drive, the long runs seem consistent and we didn't have any mechanical problems. This is only the first January test with a brand new car. Taking that into account, I think we are in a strong position.
care happen hope seven stronger win wins
It doesn't happen very often but I did it. McLaren are much stronger so I'm more than happy, ... I don't care about seven wins. I hope to win many championships with no wins at all.
conditions far shown strong
So far we have shown we are strong in all conditions on all tracks.
sports country strong
I am very proud of what we have built in Spain, because it is not a traditional Formula 1 country. I think we have found passionate fans, and built up a strong culture for the sport - and things are improving every day, with more and more people getting interested.
circuit clear finish front mistakes pull
We have to concentrate and not do any mistakes and finish the race. We have a clear circuit in front of us to pull away and try to get to the podium.
ferrari reliable
We do not know how reliable Ferrari will be this year.
current fantastic
It would be fantastic for the spectators. I don't really like the current procedure, which I think is boring.
begin circuit coming exciting ferrari fighting four fun perfect race teams time type win
It was the perfect way to begin the year. We had a very exciting race for the spectators. As we thought from testing, there are four teams fighting to win at any type of circuit - Honda, McLaren, Ferrari and Renault. We can all win races, so it will be a fun time in the coming weeks.
begin exciting expect perfect race start year
It was the perfect way to begin the year I think. We had a very exciting race for the spectators, and I think we can expect a very interesting start to the season.
eight points victory
These eight points are like a victory to me.
although beat closer difficult few last maybe seem
Things seem closer between us and McLaren than they have been in the last few races, and although it will be very difficult to beat them, maybe it's not impossible.
above catch factor ferrari level stay work wrong year
Fernando is at Renault another year. In 2007 he would want to stay - as long as Renault are competitive. But if by then, or 2008, Ferrari are above our level then anything is possible. This year the tyre was a big factor for Ferrari. But there was a lot else wrong with their car. They need a lot of work to catch up.
confidence full positive weekend
Everything here has been very positive all weekend and I'm full of confidence for all the team,