Fernando Alonso says he can be misunderstood by the public and indeed, the latest talk about the Spaniard arose after the Japanese grand prix, where he was rebuked by McLaren-Honda boss Ron Dennis for likening the 'embarrassing' Honda power unit to a 'GP2 engine'. There is already a public perception of Alonso as fast but petulant, with the Suzuka outbursts adding fuel to speculation that he is now on the verge of quitting the project. But he told Movistar: 'My natural instinct to win or be competitive makes me ruthless on the track. 'But then many people are used to seeing me on TV 30 seconds after I get out of the car — a time of great tension and adrenaline and all sweaty after...
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