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Fernando Alonso left a great impression in his first year at Aston Martin. The Spaniard made the most of the vastly improved car and finished fourth in the World Championship. His compatriot and former Formula 1 driver Pedro de la Rosa is currently an ambassador for Aston Martin and explains what makes Alonso special in an exclusive interview with RacingNews365.
“When Fernando Alonso joined Aston Martin from Alpine, it raised questions and created a buzz in the driver market. It turns out that this move was a game-changer for both Alonso and Aston Martin. Alonso had an impressive season, matching Lando Norris with the most podium finishes by a non-Red Bull driver. Additionally, Aston Martin improved their performance, finishing fifth in the Constructors’ Championship. Another interesting aspect is that Alonso’s fellow compatriot Pedro de la Rosa also joined Aston Martin as an ambassador and got involved in the team’s Driver Development Program. De la Rosa, who raced against Alonso in Formula 1, speaks highly of his professionalism and work ethic, praising how Alonso pushes every department to their limits. Alonso’s demanding nature has helped raise the team’s performance and energy. Despite being from different cities in Spain, Alonso and De la Rosa have maintained a close friendship over the years. De la Rosa acknowledges that working with Alonso in his new role keeps him engaged and constantly learning, highlighting the unique environment and special people at Aston Martin.”
