Alonso: “Surprised by the top ten in qualifying”

After free practice he had loudly asked for Canada to qualify from eleventh place. Today, however, upon hearing the news that he had done better, he rejoiced like a child at Christmas. Fernando Alonso it's this too.

“The result was a bit of a surprise considering that the Villeneuve is very treacherous in wet conditions – the words of the Iberian, 8th and 10th – I thank the team for the great work done. In Q2 we were just 4 tenths behind the Ferraris, so we have to be happy. In the race I will attack as hard as I can."

The other driver finished outside the top ten McLaren Jenson Button. “The position represents us, but anyway it was a positive session since I pulled my partner and he moved on to the last phase! – said the Englishman, 13th and 12th – In case of a dry race I will start with new tires to try to overtake, if it rains then all the better. I have previously shown that I am good with strategy, so points remain the objective."

Chiara Rainis