Fernando Alonso turned 42 this year, but the two-time world champion can still be regarded as a model of skill and professionalism. Suffice it to say that at the end of last season he not only finished fourth in the individual standings, behind only Red Bull Racing drivers and Lewis Hamilton, but also received a special FIA award for overtaking Sergio Perez on the final lap of the race. the Brazilian Grand Prix. This maneuver was recognized as the highlight of the year.
In general, the most experienced Formula 1 driver, who already has 378 Grand Prix to his name, will not give up his favorite sport, and everyone can envy his motivation. However, Alonso warned that there is one factor that could influence his decision to retire.
“If I stop, it will not be because I no longer have the necessary motivation, or because I have become too slow,” Fernando emphasized. – If I have the feeling that I am no longer as fast, this will of course immediately become noticeable and I will be dissatisfied with my own results. And then I’ll be the first to say it’s time to leave.
However, I don’t think this moment will come, because I still have confidence in my speed. But here’s what might make me think about retiring: Because the calendar has so many steps, one day I’ll feel like it’s time to quit. Simply because there are many more things to do in life.
A very busy season is behind us, in which 22 Grand Prix were held. Next year there will be 24, and we still have to wait and see how this will all be experienced.”
Source: F1 News
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