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The day Alonso’s generosity nearly got his McLaren crew fired
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14/10/2025 at 11:5314/10/2025 at 09:27 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. Former McLaren race engineer Mark Slade has revealed the fascinating behind-the-scenes story of how Fernando Alonso’s attempt to show gratitude to his crew during their fiery 2007 campaign together nearly caused chaos within the Woking outfit. The two-time world champion, locked in a frantic title scrap with his rookie teammate Lewis Hamilton, decided to show his appreciation for his crew in a way that was as bold as his overtaking maneuvers. According to Slade, Alonso’s race engineer, the Spaniard’s generosity didn’t just raise eyebrows; it nearly cost some...
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