Fernando Alonso Jokes About Lewis Hamilton Getting Old

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton had recently suggested that the current Red Bull is the fastest F1 car he has seen. Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso has now responded while speaking to L’Equipe

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Fernando Alonso Jokes About Lewis Hamilton Getting Old

Alonso started off by suggesting that Lewis Hamilton’s supposed weaknesses are being exposed by the 2023 Mercedes car

“With a normal car, you can see that he has weaknesses”

“Before, he drove alone or sometimes with his teammate. But look, he is the record holder for poles and George Russell has just given him a [now 3-0] in qualifying this season”

“It just goes to show how much the car is still a key factor”

He then responded to Hamilton’s suggestion that the current Red Bull is the fastest F1 car he has seen

“I don’t agree at all”

“Last week I finished 20 seconds behind Checo and Max. Hamilton and [Nico] Rosberg were a minute ahead in 2014 and 2015”

Alonso signed off by cracking a joke at Hamilton’s expense

“He has a short memory... he’s getting old!”

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Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton feels that “as long as [he] can continue to help drive the team forwards and help contribute, then [Mercedes is] where [he] wants to stay” [Motorsport Week]

“If there’s ever a point where I feel I’m not able to do that, then it’s time for a youngster to come in and take my seat”

“But I’m still feeling pretty young and in pretty decent shape”

Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack doesn’t “like to speak about age, about Fernando's age, about my age also by the way”

“In general, I think it is really important how you keep yourself fit, how you keep yourself in, and what is your desire to do well”

“This is something outstanding that Fernando is having”
Lewis Hamilton feels that they "did everything right this weekend"

"I see no reason why we couldn't have fought for victory"

"So, it's disappointing"

F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali pointed out that “there are people like [him], old fans, that have certain ideas of the formula for the weekend” [Sky F1]

"But also the new generation are more aggressive in asking for something different. The sport is evolving”

“If we don't realise that, it's a mistake. That's why we have to be on the front foot to understand what the fans want”

Red Bull’s reserve driver Daniel Ricciardo explained that “having the chance to step back and just review everything from afar,” [The Athletic]

“And with the luxury of time as well, not to be forced to make a decision or rush anything,”

“I feel that if I’m to get back on the grid, I honestly believe I’ll be a better version of myself”

Is the current Mercedes exposing Lewis Hamilton’s weaknesses?

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[FelixVyra]

I love how Alonso is is just taking the piss on anyone he wants. The guy is a legend.

[RogerM]

This young Spanish kid should respect more the older Drivers on the grid. He will eventually reach Hamilton's age losing reflexes.

[marvinblackheart]

Not to mention that Alonso was born in 1981 and Hamilton in 1985. But Alonso seems to get younger, it's the Benjamin Button effect in real life.

[its_gireesh]

Mike Krack cracks me up every single time

[bennylloyd-willner]

Mr. Alonso, please please please NEVER change or quit F1😊

[mavadelo]

Domenicali: We need to understand what the fans want
the fans: We don't want those sprint races
Domenicali: Ok, 6 sprintraces it is
the fans: We don't want you to mess with free practice
Domnicali: Ok.... how about we do no Friday practice and 2 qualifications

[geniferteal]

I must apologize to a Lonzo for thinking It was mostly sour grapes. his sarcasm is so on point.the highlight of this season.

[geert]

Alonso has seen Raikkonen in 2005 McLaren that was the fastest car ever seen

[sulphurous]

I like how the last years have just become the last V8/V10 era drivers joking about their age in the sport.

[jamesmay]

In my many years of watching F1, I've seen that -> "I'm not connected with the car" = My team junior/new team mate is kicking my ass...

[titan_fx]

Rosberg and Alonso should have podcasts together.

Can't wait for them trashtalking Hamilton. 😂

[_meter_spread]

If Riccardo stayed with McLaren this year it would have been the end of his career and it wouldn't have been his fault. He is extremely fortunate to have left McLaren, take the year off, and rejuvenate himself to hopefully drive for Redbull again

[ascari]

Old!!? He's not old, I'm 115 this July. I was swimming in Monaco harbour at 37!
Futtimi, I could have won that race!!

[Raw-Coffee-Bean]

You have to have a bit of banter! I don't believe Alonso intended any malice!

[TheZachatree]

Lewis didn’t see the car he was in so he might not be lying lol.

I love that Alonso is up front and his voice is loud again. He is definitely entertaining and loves to stir the pot.

[mondoggy]

I will never tire of the Alonso shithousery

[septopus]

Imagine if it was Lewis opening his mouth like Alonso... The comments would be a little more vitriol...but Fern gets a pass and is encouraged!

[Ehm]

Answer to your question YES. Alonso can see the difference in Hamilton being up front on his own, to Hamilton fighting for position like the rest of the grid. And Hamilton is being exposed as just an ordinary F1 driver.
As to the question of him leaving Mercedes, well he won’t, for two reasons. 1). He doesn’t have anywhere else to go. 2). Why move when you are comfortable? There is no pressure for him to perform there. He talks a good talk about contributing to the development of the car, and Russell isn’t a factor yet. So even though his contract finishes this year, he can sign on again whenever he likes. As long as everyone publishes pictures of him arriving at the track, he will keep on.

[NicotineRosberg]

Fernando, Fernando. Oh Fernando lol . This guy