Alpine CEO Laurent Rossi has described the experience of two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso as "invaluable" to the five Academy drivers. Alonso will return to F1 this year after walking away from the sport at the end of the 2018 season, albeit with his preparations recently disrupted after he fractured his jaw in a road accident while cycling. Article continues under video But with 32 grands prix wins, 97 podiums and two world titles to his name, Rossi believes the Spaniard will naturally prove to be a useful asset to the team's academy prospects. “Fernando has nearly 20 years of F1 to his name so his experience is invaluable to young, developing drivers," said...
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