Alonso's "I'm not political but..." speech: "Things are very bad in Spain but... a Spanish driver in an Italian car, designed by a Greek and we win in Germany". Then when invited to speak in Spanish for his home fans they turned down the volume! Whatever did they think he would say? Vorsprung durch Technik
How about this radio message: please log in to view this image Alonso telling the team: "I know it is not easy, but stay calm. Everything is okay here"
Forza: We have had an interesting discussion going elsewhere but if ever evidence was needed, your post (above) is it! Alonso knew he had plenty in hand if need be. He was on newer tyres which he knew were doing far less work than a chasing, on the limit, tired tyred car – in dirty air! Race management – according to what one has and the circumstances one finds oneself in…
