Ron Dennis: “Alonso has become more mature”

Ron Dennis, the director of McLaren Technology Group, presented Fernando Alonso as a more mature driver than in the past, when relations had been strained between the two men.

Published on 09/02/2015 à 12:53

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Ron Dennis: “Alonso has become more mature”

The relationship between Ron Dennis and Fernando Alonso seem to have returned to normal. The director of McLaren Technology Group, however, experienced strong tensions with the double world champion in 2007, when the Asturian played alongside Lewis Hamilton. The Spaniard's ego had ignited the powder and the discord that followed allowed Kimi Räikkönen to snatch the title.

McLaren now associated with Honda, Ron Dennis and Fernando Alonso are starting again on new bases eight years after a first unsuccessful attempt. “Everyone has moved forward and I have certainly put water in my wine. I think Fernando has become more mature », commented the boss of McLaren, notably taken up by ESPN F1. “I can promise you that Fernando never asked for special treatment. He even said he accepted equality. He never demanded any conditions in the contract. »

Fernando Alonso will team up with Jenson Button, a driver known for his calm temperament.