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The Spanish pilot of formula 1, Fernando Alonso, Suffered a accident on the road while he rode a bicycle a Swiss, The team announced this Thursday Alpine F1 (ex Renault F1).
“The team can confirm that Fernando Alonso was involved in a road accident while cycling in Switzerland. Fernando is aware and it feels good. He is awaiting further medical tests on Friday morning, “he wrote Alpine F1, Who has stated that he will not provide new information on the matter until Friday.
Is accident occurs a month after preseason rehearsals, March 12-14, a Bahrain, And a month and a half from the first Grand Prix of the 2021 season, March 28 also in Bahrain. According to a close source, the participation of Alonso at this start of the season he would not be at risk.
The Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport reported that the accident took place in the area of Lugano (Southern Switzerland). Alonso was reportedly hit by a car and it is possible that the Asturian pilot suffer one jaw fracture and damage to the teeth, the importance will be clarified on Friday.
After hearing the news of the Alonso’s accident, The President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, Sent a message of support to the pilot via Twitter.
“a lot of strength and all the best wishes for Fernando Alonso. We hope the injuries from this accident are minimal. A big hug, @alo_oficial“, Reads the message of the Spanish head of government.
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