The Lesser Known… Fernando Alonso
Fernando Alonso’s quiet confidence has already won him two world titles, but what of the man himself? We caught up with Spaniard to discover a little about his life outside of the cockpit…
Q: What's in your garage at home?
A: My Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition. It is the most beautiful road car I have even seen.
Q: Tell us something we don't know about you?
A: That I am claustrophobic. Being in a cockpit that is made to fit around me isn’t a problem, but I can’t even think about being stuck in a lift.
Q: Your favorite song for karaoke?
A: ‘We are the Champions!’ by Queen.
Q: Funniest thing you've read about yourself in the press?
A: That I was two years younger than I am.
Q: Your most embarrassing moment?
A: My most frustrating moment was a kart race in 1995 when my throttle broke suddenly when I was leading.
Q: When you're at home, what do you listen to when driving?
A: Red Hot Chili Peppers or some Spanish pop music.
Q: Best part of being a Formula One driver - apart from the driving?
A: Getting to explore the world.
Q: Your most prized possession?
A: My collection of small model cars.
Q: What would you be if you weren’t a racing driver?
A: A cyclist or a football player.
Q: Person you most admire?
A: My father.
Q: Do you have any bad habits?
A: To be too sincere.
Q: Last good deed you did?
A: I don’t think it’s good to be conceited about good deeds.
Q: Who would you want to play you in a movie?
A: (Spanish actor) Alberto San Juan.
