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Fernando Alonso has insisted that he “doesn’t care” what some fans think about F1 as he plots to try and win a third world title.
Fernando Alonso expressed his lack of concern regarding the opinions of some F1 fans following the release of the Brad Pitt F1 film. As the oldest driver on the grid at 44 years old, Alonso holds the record for the most F1 starts with 415, despite his last grand prix win being in 2013 and title in 2006. The British GP saw Nico Hulkenberg clinch his first podium after 239 attempts, coinciding with the film’s premiere featuring Pitt as a veteran driver returning to win a grand prix. Despite the movie’s success, Alonso dismissed the notion that older drivers winning in fiction translates to support for older drivers in real races among newer fans. Both Alonso and Hulkenberg emphasize their focus on performance and teamwork rather than catering to evolving fan preferences, believing their dedication will speak for itself in the long run. Hulkenberg noted there is no direct link between the film and the recent success of experienced drivers like himself, emphasizing the circumstantial nature of their achievements.
