Eric Boullier feels there is no one better to lead the McLaren Renault Formula 1 Team in 2018 than Fernando Alonso after the Spaniard extended his contract. The Racing Director of the Woking-based team says the decision of the thirty-six-year-old to commit to McLaren for next season – there first with Renault power after three years with Honda – shows that Alonso remains committed to the McLaren cause, which is to returning to winning ways as soon as possible. Boullier now says the pressure is on McLaren to deliver a strong car to reward Alonso for his confidence. “With Fernando, you really can’t ask for a better driver to deliver a result for you on a Sunday afternoon – and I...
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