Amen to the gruesome choice of Aston Martin when changing the tires of the single-seater Fernando Alonsothe most commented thing about the Monaco Grand Prix is, without a doubt, the image left by the Asturian on the podium.
The two-time champion, second in the Principality, was placed in his box, but leaving his left foot resting on the spot Max Verstappen.
Coincidence? Causality? Did he do it on purpose? All Formula 1 fans asked him… and he gave an answer at a press conference.
“It wasn’t for nothing really. For the photo I always put myself in the No. 1 position after the champagne. I already stepped on it a couple of times this year, but I would love to take the trophy from there“, he explained.
The man from Oviedo is aware that a lot has to change in the World Cup so that he can challenge Verstappen for the crown.
“I will be happy fighting for the championship with all the second places until the end of the year or fighting for the championship next year“, he added.
This coming weekend, ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix in montmeloAlonso and Aston Martin have another great chance to fight for victory.
