With the Spanish Grand Prix set to commence on Friday, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is ready to witness some speed. The thrill of Formula 1 is now in Spain, and home hero Fernando Alonso is back in his country. Pumped up to go into action, Alonso will aim to maximize his performance in front of the Spanish audience this weekend. Meanwhile, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali visited the circuit and conducted all necessary inspections, discussing the future of the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, whose contract ends in 2026.

The 59-year-old hopes to engage in conversations with the authorities to determine what lies ahead for F1 in Barcelona. The potential entry of Madrid presents a plausible difficulty for its continuity; however, Domenicali did not completely rule out the possibility of Montmeló’s future inclusion. Amidst these developments, the spotlight is now on Fernando Alonso. His presence in the sport continues to be a major attraction for fans, strengthening teams and organizers alike. With supporters anticipating Alonso’s win on home turf, many have recognized his potential to inspire Aston Martin to new heights.

Fernando Alonso’s legacy and message for Aston Martin

In an exclusive interview with AS, Domenicali highlighted the significant impact that Fernando Alonso has, particularly in the Spanish market. He described Alonso as a tremendous asset for F1. Reflecting on his time with Fernando, Domenicali recalled, “I remember the Asturian flags when I worked with Fernando.” When asked about Alonso’s potential for another victory, Stefano Domenicali referred to him as a “hammer”, emphasizing his incredible piloting skills and nearly 25 years of F1 experience.

Domenicali also claimed that Alonso’s age does not undermine his capabilities, explaining, “You don’t appreciate how old he is and I know that he would take advantage of any opportunity, and if he has a winning car he will win because he is very strong. Mentally he is super focused and has the same enthusiasm as he did when he started competing with Minardi.” Moreover, Stefano Domenicali hinted at giving Fernando Alonso a faster car.

The kind of cars the team has produced this year has not been able to do wonders on track. Instead. it has undermined Alonso’s prowess as a driver. Domenicali understands the role a fast car can play in enabling Alonso to utilize his full potential. As for Aston Martin, this could mean they have an opportunity to enhance their car’s performance, aligning with Alonso’s skills and potentially paving the way for notable wins on the track.

Alonso won his last Grand Prix race in Barcelona 11 years ago

Fernando Alonso last won in the 2013 Spanish Grand Prix with Ferrari. It was a memorable moment in his career, marking his last win before leaving Ferrari at the end of 2014. The race in Barcelona portrayed Alonso’s exceptional skills where he outclassed all the other drivers. Moreover, his relationship with the Spanish fans made the victory even more special. The passionate crowd was spotted celebrating their hero’s triumph at home.

On this day 10 years ago, Fernando Alonso won the Spanish GP at Barcelona, in what would be his last F1 win (at least until now)
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Looking ahead  Alonso wishes to secure another victory; this time, with Aston Martin. Securing a win at a circuit he knows so well holds deep personal meaning for Alonso. With the preparations for the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in full swing, Alonso is now focusing intensely on maximizing performance and seizing every opportunity. With potential developments in progress for Madrid, and all eyes fixed on Fernando Alonso, it will be an interesting race to witness.

Will Aston Martin succeed in providing an effective upgrade, and will the Spanish audience see Alonso at his best, like in old times? Well, one has to wait for the weekend to get these answers. What are your thoughts on the upcoming Spanish GP? Let us know in the comments below.