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Alonso ‘scared to drive’ for McLaren during heated Hamilton F1 title battle
Spanish F1 journalist Antonio Lobato shared intricate details about Fernando Alonso’s turbulent year with McLaren in 2007. Alonso, a two-time world champion with Renault, faced stiff competition from British rookie Lewis Hamilton at McLaren.
Despite Hamilton’s impressive rookie season, both drivers narrowly missed out on the championship to Kimi Raikkonen. The season was marred by tension between Alonso and McLaren over lack of support in the title race and involvement in the ‘Spygate’ scandal.
Lobato recounted awkward moments in McLaren’s hospitality suite and Alonso’s alleged fear of driving the McLaren car. The strained relationship culminated in Alonso refusing to return to McLaren despite an offer.
The ongoing rivalry between Alonso and Hamilton has been a focal point in F1 since their tumultuous 2007 season. Hamilton’s success and Alonso’s controversies have kept fans and journalists captivated by their saga.
