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Fernando Alonso raced for McLaren in 2007, and then returned in 2015. But Antonio Lobato was not happy with the situation
An F1 insider disclosed the personal impact of Fernando Alonso’s return to McLaren in 2015. Despite two world championships, Alonso currently struggles at Aston Martin due to Honda power unit issues in 2026. Previous difficulties with Honda plagued Alonso during his second stint at McLaren in 2015, hindering his performance. Controversy surrounded Alonso’s first tenure at McLaren in 2007 when he was matched by rookie Lewis Hamilton in the championship battle. Alonso’s ally Antonio Lobato revealed he was hurt by Alonso’s return to McLaren, emphasizing the emotional turmoil surrounding the decision. Alonso’s recent career choices have been marked by challenges and setbacks, with multiple team changes and limited success.
