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‘A motivated Alonso is a formidable asset'
McLaren have given Fernando Alonso the go-ahead to contest the 24 Hours of Le Mans and other WEC events as Zak Brown feels it will only make him a better driver for McLaren. Earlier this week Alonso announced that he would race in the World Endurance Championship with Toyota, including a run at the 24 Hours of Le Mans – one part of motor racing's Triple Crown. It means a hectic schedule for the Spaniard as this year's F1 calendar is already up to 21 races meaning from May to June he will be racing in seven consecutive weekends. However, Brown believes letting him do this will benefit McLaren. 'It's no secret that Fernando has wanted to contest the Le Mans 24 Hours,' said the...
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