Fernando Alonso, a renowned Formula One driver, gained prominence through his remarkable achievements, notably clinching the World Championships in 2005 and 2006 with Renault. During these seasons, he secured an impressive seven wins each, totaling 17 victories with the team.
Alonso’s exceptional prowess extended beyond Renault, as he notched up 11 wins with Ferrari and an additional 4 with McLaren, culminating in a career total of 32 race wins. This outstanding record positions him sixth in the all-time list of Formula One race winners, underscoring his ability to excel with various teams across different eras. His consistency is also evident through his three second-place finishes in the championship standings and one third-place finish.
The Spaniard made his Formula One debut in 2001 with Minardi, and his breakthrough came in 2003 when he clinched pole position in Malaysia driving for Renault. He secured his first victory that year at the Hungarian Grand Prix. His most recent triumph was at his home race in Catalunya in 2013 while driving for Ferrari.
Notably, Alonso’s foray into the Indianapolis 500 in 2017 displayed his versatility. Despite a promising start, where he secured the fifth position on the grid and led for 27 laps, his race was marred by engine trouble on Lap 179 of 200. This setback led to a 29th-place finish in a car sponsored by McLaren and prepared by Andretti Autosport.
