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The bizarre story of how Fernando Alonso nearly ended up as the Pope’s chauffeur
In 2011, there was a proposal that two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso could have driven the Pope during his visit to Spain. However, the idea was quickly dismissed by the authorities. The request for Alonso to drive the Popemobile was denied, and a national policeman ended up driving the Pope instead. Alonso, a successful F1 driver, has won multiple championships and has had a long career in the sport. As of 2026, Alonso is facing challenges in his F1 season with Aston Martin and Honda. It remains uncertain if he will continue racing in F1 or retire at the end of the year.
