Marko Hanželic
Fernando Alonso is preparing to return to Formula 1. The start was a visit to the factories in Enstone in Viry-Chatillon, And the Spaniard is expected to return soon behind the wheel of an F1 car. Head of the Renault team Cyril Abiteboul has already indicated that the team is considering a filming day.
“We are currently working on the program. However, there are some possibilities and variations in sports regulations. ” Renault's efforts to Alonso passed the test for young drivers in Abu Dhabi, are already known. The French are currently talking about this with FIA.
The first test in a two-year-old seems much more likely Renault (RS 18), with which Alonso during the movie day he can get used to the Formula 1 car again. "I can only say that he definitely wants to get behind the wheel again as soon as possible," he said Abiteboul.
“There are filming days that we haven’t taken advantage of yet. After the season, there are also tests, which I already talked about, ” Abiteboul lists the options. "We also have a two-year-old race car program that can be used anywhere."
The Frenchman points out: “You will see him in action. But I still can't say exactly where and when. " Alonso has already passed the first seat test and driving on a simulator during a visit to the Enstone plant. Abiteboul he further reports that the 39-year-old was pleasantly surprised by the changes in both factories.
