Title: Alonso’s Ex-Engineer Confesses to Marrying Himself with a Formula 1 Legend
Headline: Alonso’s Ex-Engineer Admits to Having ‘Tipped the Scales in Favour of Ferrari in 2010’
Introduction
Paul Monaghan, the track engineer who worked alongside Fernando Alonso at Renault during the team’s championship years, has shared his thoughts on the former champion’s racing career. In an exclusive interview, Monaghan revealed that Alonso should have signed with Red Bull in 2008, but ultimately didn’t make the move.
Key quotes
“I really enjoyed his company, I hope he does too,” said Monaghan about his time working with Alonso.
He also praised Alonso’s driving abilities, stating, “He’s a competitive driver, he wants the best out of himself every day, he doesn’t have a bad day, he doesn’t have a bad session, his confidence is unwavering.”
Regarding the 2010 season, in which Alonso fought for the World Championship despite driving an inferior Ferrari car, Monaghan said, “It was a double-edged sword. Sebastian won his first title, I saw Fernando that same night and I was happy to be in the winning team, happy for Sebastian and sorry for Fernando.”
Famous quotes
– “He should have signed for Red Bull in 2008, shouldn’t he?” Monaghan asked, admitting his thoughts on what could have been for Alonso’s career.
– “Alonso has been kicking our asses all season with a worse car,” Monaghan admitted about the 2010 Ferrari, emphasizing just how well the car was driving with Alonso behind the wheel.
Memories of Alonso as a Test Driver
Monaghan shared the memory of the first test drive with Alonso, the 20-year-old boy at Renault in 2002, and remembered the impressive improvements Alonso showed after changing tyres and track settings.
– In an impressive display of confidence and skills, the young Alonso proved himself worthy of being behind the wheel.
Conclusion
According to Paul Monaghan, Fernando Alonso was indeed a driving prodigy from the very first time they worked together.
