Barcelona: Two-time Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso has left hospital following a crash during testing in Barcelona last weekend, his McLaren team announced on Wednesday.
“We are pleased to confirm that Fernando Alonso has now left hospital. He has returned to his family’s home in Spain for further rest and recuperation,” McLaren said in a statement.
The Woking-based team also confirmed that Alonso will not drive in this week’s final four-day pre-season test, which begins in Barcelona on Thursday. “As a result, he will sit out this week’s final winter test, at which he was due to share driving duties with Jenson Button.
“Kevin Magnussen, McLaren-Honda’s test and reserve driver, will replace him.” Alonso crashed into a wall after completing just 20 laps on Sunday and was airlifted to hospital under sedation. (AFP)
