15 Aug 2018

'You were the best driver on the planet' - F1 drivers react to Alonso retiring from the top-tier of motorsport

Sean Parker

Two-time world Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has announced that he will end his career in the sport at the end of this season.

Speculation is rife in the motorsport fraternity that the Spaniard will participate in IndyCar for McLaren, according to the Associated Press.

Alonso won 32 grands prix in a career spanning more than 18 years; he has raced for Minardi, Renault, McLaren and Ferrari.

The veteran added a Le Mans 24 Hours race trophy to his name in June when he raced for Toyota Gazoo Racing.

F1 drivers paid tribute to the 37 year old on social media, check out their tweets below:

Fernando, all the best for the future, it’s been a pleasure to team up with you??!
— Stoffel Vandoorne (@svandoorne) August 14, 2018

It has been a privilege and an honour being your friend, your team mate and racing against you in @F1 @alo_oficial . I will miss you at the end of the season. https://t.co/rtn5cFnuHJ
— Romain Grosjean (@RGrosjean) August 14, 2018

Que gusto compartir estos años las pistas contigo!! Eres grande Fer ???? todo el éxito en tu próxima etapa de vida https://t.co/mbheHZfhcW
— Sergio Pérez (@SChecoPerez) August 14, 2018

What a pleasure to share these years the tracks with you! You're great, all the success in your next stage of life

Te deseo todo lo mejor para el futuro! ?? https://t.co/OnOLZ7vACn
— Nico Hülkenberg (@HulkHulkenberg) August 14, 2018
I wish you all the best for the future! ??

Congratulations @alo_oficial !! Be happy and enjoy your next challenge. ???? for me you were one of the best driver in the planet!! Take care and God bless you.?????? https://t.co/VscpRoN6y6
— Felipe Massa (@MassaFelipe19) August 14, 2018

Former F1 driver and now pundit Martin Brundle tweeted:

I’ll miss Fernando’s fiery character and relentless speed. Unfulfilled potential yet still huge achievements in F1. Needed somebody stronger than him around to control the destructive moments which prevented him being first choice for any team, but not sure such a person exists https://t.co/qaYcK4PVyr
— Martin Brundle (@MBrundleF1) August 14, 2018
Dear ‘Nando ..... pic.twitter.com/cb6lNydTzi
— Renault Sport F1 (@RenaultSportF1) August 14, 2018

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