Lewis Hamilton: “Fernando Alonso is still one of the best, there are drivers ahead who cannot compete with him”
After the conclusion of the second free practice session of the Grand Prix of Bahrain in the circuit Sepang (Malaysia), Lewis Hamilton surprised the media by coming out in firm defense of Fernando Alonso.
The British’s words come just after confirming the Asturian’s renewal with Aston Martinat a time marked by the technical difficulties that the team is going through.
The seven-time world champion, Lewis Hamiltonhas once again made clear the deep respect and admiration he feels for Fernando Alonso.
The weekend in Sepang It has started intensely, both on the track and in the paddock. Fernando Alonso face this appointment in Malaysia after officially announcing the extension of his contract with Aston Martina gesture of resilience after a frustrating Grand Prix of Azerbaijan in which both cars of the team had to abandon.
Although the green car still does not offer the expected performance, the Spanish driver’s hunger to compete remains intact. At the end of FP2, he was his historic rival, Lewis Hamiltonwho wanted to highlight the figure of the two-time Spanish champion before the press in Sepang:
There are many drivers ahead who cannot compete with Fernando in terms of pure talent. He just can’t show it right now.
After FP2 in Malaysia
These statements take on a unique value considering the background between the two. Since that turbulent and remembered 2007 season in McLarenthe relationship between hamilton and Alonso It has been marked by one of the most intense and media rivalries in the history of Formula 1. However, the passing of the years and the status of legends that both hold has given way to a deep professional respect.
Furthermore, he indicated that Fernando Alonso It continues to be one of the best, which only needs a good car. He also highlighted the bad moment he is going through Aston Martin.
