The Spanish driver is left with a bitter taste in his mouth due to his previous team leader in 2007 and how the events eventually unfolded. Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso, and Ron Dennis (Via IMAGO)
Aston Martin’s leading driver has criticized his former team principal at McLaren during his initial period with the team in 2007. He has expressed that any other team boss would have performed better than the one who was in charge, as both drivers ultimately lost to Ferrari’s team.
Alonso has taken a swipe at Dennis, explaining how there was no clear hierarchy within the team and the drivers were given excessive power without facing any consequences. He stated that if there had been another team leader like Flavio Briatore, the former team principal at Renault, or even Ross Brawn, the situation would have been more controlled.
The two-time champion firmly believes that if any of his other team principals had been in charge, the situation would have been far better. There would have been team orders implemented to prevent the intense rivalry within the team. The peak of the rivalry between Alonso and Hamilton was when Alonso intentionally delayed Hamilton in the pit box during Q3, resulting in significant consequences for both drivers and the team dynamics spiraling out of control.
The 42-year-old driver is currently performing exceptionally well and is considered one of the top racers in the current F1 grid. He is currently under contract with Aston Martin and serves as their team leader, finishing an impressive 4th in the driver’s standings in the 2023 season.
Alonso consistently manages to find additional speed during each lap compared to his teammate. The Spanish driver has several options to consider, such as aiming for a seat at Mercedes if Hamilton departs or staying with Aston Martin if they make any improvements.
Only time will reveal where Alonso will end up, as he is highly sought after in the driver’s market. His defensive skills, attacking prowess, and strategic mindset make him a valuable asset for any team seeking experience and racecraft from their drivers.
According to the Source firstsportz.com