Alonso: “I think about the championship even when I have breakfast”

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Fernando Alonso's 2022 and 2023 seasons are regarded as one of the brightest periods of his career. Alonso, who took the podium seven times with Alpine in 2022, performed even better with Aston Martin in 2023 and took second place in the Monaco Grand Prix.

In an interview with Cadena Ser, Alonso talked about how the transition to Aston Martin happened. He said they signed with Alpine after Vettel's retirement, but the team was late in finalizing the contract. Stating that Aston Martin reached out to him during this process and laid everything on the table within two days, Alonso said, “I took a risk, but it turned out well, my hunch worked this time!” said.

Alonso also said that he will fight for the championship in the 2023 season. “I think of fighting for the world title every day while having breakfast.” "If I'm here, sacrificing my life for this sport and this passion, it's because I believe in the team and I believe I can win," said Alonso. used his statements.

Asked which of the next-generation drivers impressed him, Alonso counted Lando Norris, Alex Albon, Gabriel Bortoleto, Pepe Marti and Alex Palou. “There are a lot of people,” Alonso said. The new generation is very good. There are many who are pushing veterans like Lewis Hamilton and myself, but right now we are defending ourselves pretty well as veterans!” said.

Alonso is expected to continue racing in Formula 2024 in the 2025 and 1 seasons. Alonso, who still makes an important contribution to Formula 1 with his experience and talent, continues to work with Aston Martin to get the best championship chance of his career.