Sebastian Vettel praises Fernando Alonso after 2012 European Grand Prix – Formula 1 news
Red Bull Racing driver Sebastian Vettel has praised Fernando Alonso of Ferrari who showed an amazing performance in 2012 European Grand Prix held at Valencia Street Circuit in Spain.
Vettel came up with an aerodynamic update in RB8 and delivered a striking performance in the last race. He secured the pole position and remained dominant throughout the race. Unfortunately, he was retired due to the failure of his alternator.
On the other hand, Alonso could only qualify for the 11th grid slot in the preceding race. However, he showed an impressive race pace and took a remarkable victory in the end.
“I think that nobody is winning in Formula One without a reason. In Valencia Fernando together with his team did the best job, as in the end it only matters to see the chequered flag,” said the veteran German driver. “Whatever happens during the race might
be nice and pleasant, but there is not much gain in it - it’s the chequered flag that matters. When I saw him on the podium I thought: hats off. He didn’t start from the very front, right, and then to win, it was a great race that he did.”
The Spaniard is currently leading the drivers’ championship with 111 points. Additionally, he is 20 points ahead of Vettel’s teammate, Mark Webber.
It will be important to mention that he is the only driver who has won two races in the season so far. Besides, he has successfully limited the damage for his team which expected to struggle during the start of the season as they had a troubling pre-season
testing programme this year.
Meanwhile, the defending champion is presently standing at fourth place in the drivers’ rankings with 85 points. Furthermore, he is 10 points ahead of Nico Rosberg of Mercedes and 3 points behind Lewis Hamilton of McLaren.
Over and above, Alonso and Vettel are undoubtedly the most favourite contenders in this year’s championship fight and it will be very interesting to see how they perform in the British GP which is to be held at Silverstone Circuit on July 8.
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