Alonso to Ferrari? EDIT: Now confirmed

McLaren Rulez · 30th June 2009, 19:26

'Ferrari to confirm Alonso at Monza' - Planet-F1 News - from planet-f1.com

Its been a longstanding rumour but its now that Ferrari desperately need the best car development to bring them back to the front. Makes a strong case to finally pull Nando in. Only question is, who'll make way? Hope to see Kimi in Ferrari but then again, ice cream and regular rallying don't gel with F1.

Aditya · 30th June 2009, 19:27

They say the contract's gonna be signed at Monza.
Kimi's been rallying of late. He might move to WRC.

McLaren Rulez · 30th June 2009, 19:31

You're probably right but would Massa like to go back to being a number two after coming so close to the championship? On the other hand, I can see Kimi being totally cool about being a number two to Alonso. Either way, there's no debating the fact that Alonso will want number one status

GTO · 30th June 2009, 19:34

Kimi is apparently creating problems. Ferrari offered to buy his contract out, but he refused saying that he wants to drive for Ferrari in 2010.

McLaren Rulez · 30th June 2009, 19:38

Wow I hadn't heard about that. Any links GTO?

KRf1 · 30th June 2009, 21:03

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Originally Posted by McLaren Rulez

I can see Kimi being totally cool about being a number two to Alonso.

How exactly do you see that happening ?

He did not want to be number 2 to Schumi for gods sake !
I guess in a scenario like that Kimi will switch to WRC .

dhrishikesh · 30th June 2009, 21:31

I think as Kimi is going to move to WRC, Alonso may be their next star !!

I haven't heard anywhere about it, not even any newsletter from Ferrari's F1 website. Any links ??

14000rpm · 30th June 2009, 22:00

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Originally Posted by dhrishikesh

I haven't heard anywhere about it, not even any newsletter from Ferrari's F1 website. Any links ??

This info can't be substantiated. As it is F1 is losing its sheen. So, it hardly matters now although i'm a hard core fan of F1. been watching it from 15 yrs.

dhrishikesh · 30th June 2009, 22:10

The info can't be substantiated but how then the news is leaked ??

Nikhilb2008 · 30th June 2009, 23:06

Well, if this happens, I'm switching loyalties. Unfortunately, I hate Crybaby more than I love Ferrari.

So, bye bye Ferrari! :( It was nice supporting you for the past decade. Hope to support you again once you get rid of the crying, whining go kart driver.

McLaren Rulez · 30th June 2009, 23:13

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Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

Well, if this happens, I'm switching loyalties. Unfortunately, I hate Crybaby more than I love Ferrari.

So, bye bye Ferrari! :( It was nice supporting you for the past decade. Hope to support you again once you get rid of the crying, whining go kart driver.

I feel your pain buddy. I went through that in 2007 too but somehow I managed to stay loyal. Stick with Ferrari. You can do it!!

Bubby · 30th June 2009, 23:28

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Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

So, bye bye Ferrari! :( It was nice supporting you for the past decade.

I can bet on this my friend, its not that easy to part ways with team Ferrari after supporting & cheering them for a decade.
I think most of us had this thought when Michael raced last for a Ferrari, but I think none of us could switch, we still continue to love & support FERRARI.

nitrous · 30th June 2009, 23:29

Being a tifosi, I've always hated Alonso. In 2007, although I hated him more, I was in awe.
He's the bad guy, alright. But, Alonso intimidates the daylights out of everyone on the grid with his raw talent.
Well, Is there another 2-time world champion other than him on the grid today?
Ever since he left Mclaren, I've been wanting him to move to Ferrari.
Desperate times call for desperate measures. And for ferrari, lets face it... these are desperate times.
If he moves and Ferrari gives him a decent car, he will quash competition like they don't exist!

Think about it, he stole two consecutive championships and made the greatest retire!

aaggoswami · 30th June 2009, 23:56

Looks like this is confirmed news. I hope Kimi is not one to lose seat at Ferrari. Kimi is naturally very quick and with a better car I am sure he can do better. This is a man who came so near to becoming a world champion, it was almost his but he lost it by a very very small margin. I think he is one of the best and quickest. He needs a crew that knows his preferences.

One more article supporting the news.

Source :
Ferrari to confirm Alonso at Monza - report - Worldcarfans

Article :

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September 11 2009 could be the date on which Fernando Alonso is revealed as a Ferrari driver for the next five formula one seasons.

The Spanish newspaper Diario AS claims that the sport's best-known secret may already be scheduled for official confirmation on the Friday of the Italian grand prix at Monza.

The report believes Ferrari has not decided which of the team's contracted 2010 drivers, Felipe Massa or Kimi Raikkonen, will be ushered aside to make room for the former double world champion, who currently races for Renault.

AS said Ferrari intends to hold its major end-of-season event at Valencia in November, not only to welcome Alonso, 27, to the team, but also its new 2010 Spanish sponsor Santander.

The report said Alonso could be the "surprise guest" at the event, but would have to wear casual clothes because of his Renault contract through December 31.

Dippy · 1st July 2009, 00:00

This was bound to happen sooner or later. Although I'm not too fond of Alonso as a person, one cannot deny that he is currently the best driver there is on the grid. I had high hopes on Kimi after he won his first WDC in 07' but his form in 08' and the current season is anything but impressive.

Ferrari are not having a good time currently and they really need to revive their fortunes. They can say bye bye to 09' and should concentrate on next year's car. If Ferrari can give Alonso the car which he really needs, I can bet on Ferrari getting back to winning ways next season. Alonso has the drive but doesnt have the car to do it in.

Only question for now is who goes? My money is on Kimi leaving.

30th June 2009, 19:26	#1
McLaren Rulez Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mysore Posts: 3,467 Thanked: 5,544 Times	Alonso to Ferrari? EDIT: Now confirmed 'Ferrari to confirm Alonso at Monza' - Planet-F1 News - from planet-f1.com Its been a longstanding rumour but its now that Ferrari desperately need the best car development to bring them back to the front. Makes a strong case to finally pull Nando in. Only question is, who'll make way? Hope to see Kimi in Ferrari but then again, ice cream and regular rallying don't gel with F1. Last edited by McLaren Rulez : 30th June 2009 at 19:28.
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Aditya Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 20,147 Thanked: 86,816 Times View My Garage	They say the contract's gonna be signed at Monza. Kimi's been rallying of late. He might move to WRC.
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McLaren Rulez Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mysore Posts: 3,467 Thanked: 5,544 Times	You're probably right but would Massa like to go back to being a number two after coming so close to the championship? On the other hand, I can see Kimi being totally cool about being a number two to Alonso. Either way, there's no debating the fact that Alonso will want number one status
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30th June 2009, 19:34	#4
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 71,818 Thanked: 322,694 Times View My Garage	Kimi is apparently creating problems. Ferrari offered to buy his contract out, but he refused saying that he wants to drive for Ferrari in 2010.
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McLaren Rulez Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mysore Posts: 3,467 Thanked: 5,544 Times	Wow I hadn't heard about that. Any links GTO?
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30th June 2009, 21:31	#7
dhrishikesh BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mumbai / Pune B Posts: 806 Thanked: 241 Times	I think as Kimi is going to move to WRC, Alonso may be their next star !! I haven't heard anywhere about it, not even any newsletter from Ferrari's F1 website. Any links ?? Last edited by Aditya : 30th June 2009 at 22:17.
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dhrishikesh BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mumbai / Pune B Posts: 806 Thanked: 241 Times	The info can't be substantiated but how then the news is leaked ??
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Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,194 Thanked: 10,178 Times	Well, if this happens, I'm switching loyalties. Unfortunately, I hate Crybaby more than I love Ferrari. So, bye bye Ferrari! :( It was nice supporting you for the past decade. Hope to support you again once you get rid of the crying, whining go kart driver.
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30th June 2009, 23:29	#13
nitrous Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: UAE/Lon/Madras Posts: 6,964 Thanked: 333 Times View My Garage	Being a tifosi, I've always hated Alonso. In 2007, although I hated him more, I was in awe. He's the bad guy, alright. But, Alonso intimidates the daylights out of everyone on the grid with his raw talent. Well, Is there another 2-time world champion other than him on the grid today? Ever since he left Mclaren, I've been wanting him to move to Ferrari. Desperate times call for desperate measures. And for ferrari, lets face it... these are desperate times. If he moves and Ferrari gives him a decent car, he will quash competition like they don't exist! Think about it, he stole two consecutive championships and made the greatest retire!
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1st July 2009, 00:00	#15
Dippy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 7,784 Thanked: 4,374 Times	This was bound to happen sooner or later. Although I'm not too fond of Alonso as a person, one cannot deny that he is currently the best driver there is on the grid. I had high hopes on Kimi after he won his first WDC in 07' but his form in 08' and the current season is anything but impressive. Ferrari are not having a good time currently and they really need to revive their fortunes. They can say bye bye to 09' and should concentrate on next year's car. If Ferrari can give Alonso the car which he really needs, I can bet on Ferrari getting back to winning ways next season. Alonso has the drive but doesnt have the car to do it in. Only question for now is who goes? My money is on Kimi leaving.
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