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Apr 15, 2021 · Alonso, 39, is back in Formula 1 and is passing on the Indianapolis 500 this year after giving the race a shot in 2017, 2019 and again last year. He was impressive in 2017, leading 27 laps...
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Fernando Alonso believes he can get himself in the mix for Indy 500 victory from 26th on the grid on Sunday, as the F1 champion makes his final attempt to complete the Triple Crown for at least three years.
The former F1 champion is in the starting field for the famous 500-mile Brickyard race for the second time, three years after his only race-day appearance so far when he led for 27 laps before dropping out with an engine failure.
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He is aiming to become just the second driver after Graham Hill to win the three races considered the most prestigious in motorsport - the Monaco GP (which Alonso won in 2006-07), Le Mans 24 Hours (2018-19) and Indy 500.
The 200-lap race is underway from 7.30pm live on Sky Sports F1, Main Event and the App, with coverage from 6pm. Non-subscribers can buy a NOW TV pass to watch for £9.99.
The 39-year-old is the third of the Arrow McLaren SP drivers on the grid but the team's cars have looked stronger in race trim, with team-mate Pato O'Ward fastest in Friday's 'Carb Day' final practice.
Asked after finishing 23rd quickest on Friday if he could still make his way to the front on Sunday, Alonso did not flicker before replying: "Yes."
Aug 24, 2020 · By James Galloway. Monday 24 August 2020 19:30, UK. Fernando Alonso said it was a privilege to simply take part in the world's "craziest race" as he completed the Indy 500 for the first...
May 14, 2019 · Fernando Alonso has said that winning this year’s Indy 500 could be the most important victory of his life. He will make his second attempt to win the race on May 26, which would secure Alonso motor sport’s unofficial triple crown: victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, Le Mans 24 Hours and Indy 500.
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May 17, 2023 · 1 year ago. A A. 0. Fernando Alonso has spoken about the possibility of competing in the famous Indianapolis 500 race once again. Alonso debuted at the famous race in 2017, skipping the Monaco Grand Prix amid a torrid season for McLaren. In a partnership with McLaren, Andretti Autosport and Honda, Alonso was the centre of attention throughout ...
Aug 24, 2020 · BBC Sport. Japanese ex-Formula 1 driver Takuma Sato won the Indianapolis 500 as Fernando Alonso's hopes faded not long after half distance. Alonso was 15th when he lost a lap to a car...
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