CONFIRMED: Fernando Alonso to leave Mclaren EDIT: Now back at Renault

AnniHilat0R · 4th November 2007, 22:39

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Originally Posted by danlalan

“Since I was a boy I had always wanted to drive for McLaren,” Alonso admitted after the separation had been announced, “but sometimes in life things do not work out. I continue to believe McLaren is a great team. Yes, we have had our ups and downs during the season, which has made it extra-challenging for all of us, and it is not a secret that I never really felt at home.” F.Alonso formula 1, f1, formula one, moto gp, wrc, wsbk, bsb, btcc, nascar, champ car, irl, a1, gt, le mans.

Hes one of the best drivers around. Hey he beat schumi to the championship TWICE. Who could have done that. Hes going to be back as good as ever next season with RENAULT.

De La rosa could well be driving for Mclaren next season.

Back Danny on that. We just had a word about it yesterday. Baleno Power said he might be moving to RedBull or Toyota. But I feel with Renault, he will be back. Plus, Renault too needs a come back.

Zensible · 8th November 2007, 08:52

Alonso just had the back luck of getting a wunderkid/teacher's pet teammate on his first year with a new team! Otherwise, he might have scored a third win this year.

There is a very good chance that he will end up back at Renault.

Fisichella might be still at Renault and play the trusty wingman to Alonso again for the 2008 season.

I have a feeling young Kovalainen might jump ship to McLaren.

merve_extreme · 8th November 2007, 09:29

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Originally Posted by Zensible

Fisichella might be still at Renault and play the trusty wingman to Alonso again for the 2008 season.

Fisi is gone,i think he will be out of job next season.

Mpower · 8th November 2007, 18:52

FA first choice is probably BMW as they are currently the 'best of the rest'. A seat trade with either Kubica or Nick would be nice.

badri · 8th November 2007, 21:07

I guess this and next year will be Mclaren's best years and Alonso can bring back Renault to prominance by 2008 or atleast by 2009.

Formula one always runs in cycles. Williams in early nineties, renault in mid nineties,Mclaren in late nineties, ferrari in early-mid 2000's, renault in mid 2000s and now Mclaren. I feel Williams is a sleeping giant now waiting for it's turn.

merve_extreme · 8th November 2007, 23:43

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Originally Posted by Mpower

FA first choice is probably BMW as they are currently the 'best of the rest'. A seat trade with either Kubica or Nick would be nice.

BMW has already confirmed their drivers,no chance there.Only options are Redbull and Renault (Spy Scandal Episode 2 can affect this prospect).

MaserQ · 9th November 2007, 16:48

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Originally Posted by merve_extreme

BMW has already confirmed their drivers,no chance there.Only options are Redbull and Renault (Spy Scandal Episode 2 can affect this prospect).

well technically coulthard and webber are tied to redbull for 2008. but yes, a redbull seat cannot be ruled out if Alonso has an eye on BMW/Ferrari for 2009. Briatore has made it clear that he would not be interested in a 1-year deal with Alonso.

Now Alonso is playing the good lad by saying that he has no regrets joining Mclaren in the first place and they did put him in a very competitive car. His problems seem to start only when the season gets underway and subsides when it draws to a close.

merve_extreme · 9th November 2007, 17:03

Mclaren are not taking him back,he has been fired.Redbull looks most likely with Coultard forced to drive a Rosso.

Aditya · 9th November 2007, 22:41

There could be trouble at Renault next year. Heikki Kovalainen has hoped that he'll be given equal status to Alonso (if he joins Renault). H. K. is unwilling to play a #2 role.
f1.racing-live.com

Mpower · 9th November 2007, 22:51

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Originally Posted by Aditya

There could be trouble at Renault next year. Heikki Kovalainen has hoped that he'll be given equal status to Alonso (if he joins Renault). H. K. is unwilling to play a #2 role.
f1.racing-live.com

Actually they should adopt the Ferrari system where the driver are equal for the first half of the season and the one leading the points becomes #1 driver.

MaserQ · 10th November 2007, 15:52

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Originally Posted by Mpower

Actually they should adopt the Ferrari system where the driver are equal for the first half of the season and the one leading the points becomes #1 driver.

While this is a very good system, problems arise when 2 teammates are sitting on almost equal number of points towards the end of the season.

merve_extreme · 11th December 2007, 14:24

Now he has finally reached Renault

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motor-...mclaren-3.html

vinod · 11th December 2007, 14:49

anyone know where ralf is heading if not taking a year out

merve_extreme · 11th December 2007, 15:49

how did that link change,i thought i put this one
Formula 1 : News RENAULT - F1-Live.com

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Originally Posted by vinod

anyone know where ralf is heading if not taking a year out

He is most likely going to sit at home next year,even Michael has advised him to take a year out and then think instead of driving a pathetic car.

Vinaygv · 11th December 2007, 15:52

I guess this put an end to the speculation, FA will race for Renault next season according to the headlines on F1.com

The Official Formula 1 Website

The Official Formula 1 Website

Go figure.....

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Zensible BHPian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Chennai/Chicago Posts: 80 Thanked: 0 Times	Alonso just had the back luck of getting a wunderkid/teacher's pet teammate on his first year with a new team! Otherwise, he might have scored a third win this year. There is a very good chance that he will end up back at Renault. Fisichella might be still at Renault and play the trusty wingman to Alonso again for the 2008 season. I have a feeling young Kovalainen might jump ship to McLaren.
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8th November 2007, 18:52	#34
Mpower Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 10,409 Thanked: 1,730 Times View My Garage	FA first choice is probably BMW as they are currently the 'best of the rest'. A seat trade with either Kubica or Nick would be nice.
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8th November 2007, 21:07	#35
badri BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 329 Thanked: 284 Times	I guess this and next year will be Mclaren's best years and Alonso can bring back Renault to prominance by 2008 or atleast by 2009. Formula one always runs in cycles. Williams in early nineties, renault in mid nineties,Mclaren in late nineties, ferrari in early-mid 2000's, renault in mid 2000s and now Mclaren. I feel Williams is a sleeping giant now waiting for it's turn.
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9th November 2007, 17:03	#38
merve_extreme Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,359 Thanked: 18 Times View My Garage	Mclaren are not taking him back,he has been fired.Redbull looks most likely with Coultard forced to drive a Rosso.
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Aditya Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 17,841 Thanked: 77,069 Times View My Garage	There could be trouble at Renault next year. Heikki Kovalainen has hoped that he'll be given equal status to Alonso (if he joins Renault). H. K. is unwilling to play a #2 role. f1.racing-live.com
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11th December 2007, 14:24	#42
merve_extreme Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,359 Thanked: 18 Times View My Garage	Now he has finally reached Renault http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motor-...mclaren-3.html
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vinod BHPian Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Detroit Posts: 131 Thanked: 9 Times	anyone know where ralf is heading if not taking a year out
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11th December 2007, 15:52	#45
Vinaygv BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 84 Thanked: Once	I guess this put an end to the speculation, FA will race for Renault next season according to the headlines on F1.com The Official Formula 1 Website The Official Formula 1 Website Go figure..... Last edited by Vinaygv : 11th December 2007 at 16:00.
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