Fernando Alonso is the subject of a new Amazon Prime documentary series, offering a glimpse into the life of the two-time Formula One world champion. However, a recent press conference ahead of the series launch left many questions unanswered, particularly regarding his tumultuous 2007 season at McLaren.
The documentary, titled 'Fernando', aims to reveal the man behind the wheel, but the moderated Q&A session was described as soft-focus and lacking depth. Alonso admitted discomfort with cameras intruding into his private life, such as cycling with friends, raising doubts about the level of candour in the series.
The series launches shortly after Alonso's visit to the Renault F1 factory at Enstone, ahead of his return to the team next year. This comes as Lewis Hamilton prepares to equal Michael Schumacher's record of 91 Grand Prix victories, prompting reflection on Alonso's career, which yielded only two world titles despite his reputation as one of the best drivers of his generation.
Alonso's first season at McLaren in 2007 was a pivotal moment, where he and rookie teammate Hamilton clashed, leading to a season of internal strife. A question about what Alonso would have done differently in 2007 was omitted from the press conference, suggesting the documentary may avoid controversial topics. Observers recall a driver who felt wronged by McLaren's handling of Hamilton's rapid rise, and wonder if Alonso's emotional reaction cost him further success.
