Fernando Alonso

Fernando Alonso has sculpted a formidable career marked by two Formula One World Championships and a versatile expansion into endurance racing, establishing himself as a prominent figure across various motorsport disciplines. After securing the title in the 1999 Euro Open by Nissan with six wins and nine pole positions, Fernando Alonso made his Formula One debut with Minardi at the 2001 Australian Grand Prix. He moved to Renault in 2002 as a test driver before earning a race seat in 2003. That year, Alonso became the youngest pole-sitter and race winner in F1 history with victories at the Malaysian and Hungarian Grands Prix.

He later had a second stint with McLaren from 2015 to 2018. Expanding beyond Formula One, Alonso demonstrated his versatility in endurance racing. He won the prestigious FIA World Endurance Championship with Toyota in the 2018–19 season, which included two commanding victories at the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2018 and 2019. Further showcasing his prowess, he achieved victory at the 24 Hours of Daytona in 2019 with Wayne Taylor Racing.

Following a brief hiatus from F1, Alonso returned to the sport in 2021 with Alpine, securing his first podium in seven years at the 2021 Qatar Grand Prix. In 2023, Alonso joined Aston Martin, swiftly achieving several podium finishes and his significant 100th career podium at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. His remarkable longevity and sustained competitive excellence were further highlighted in 2024 when he became the first driver in history to contest 400 Grands Prix, an unprecedented milestone in elite motorsport.