Fernando Alonso he was voted driver of the day at the Bahrain Grand Prix. The Spaniard achieved his 99th podium in Formula 1 during his first race with Aston Martin and until Max Verstappen see it as a solid candidate to fight for victories this season.
However, for Alonso himself, the prize should have gone to another driver: his partner, Launch Promenade.
The Canadian, without shooting in the three days of pre-season, arrived in Bahrain with clear signs of injury, but he crosses the finish line in sixth place.
After the race, the double world champion of Formula 1 handed over to Stroll, who less than two weeks ago broke a wristinjured another and injured his right foot after a bicycle accident.
“My driver of the day. 12 days after the operation, incredible performanceโ, Alonso pointed out in his Instagram stories.
“You are my fucking hero”Fernando added in statements released by Aston Martin… and in a few words that he does not dedicate to just anyone.