Fernando Alonso 'completely fit' and 'motivated' for F1 2021 as Alpine debut, Testing return beckons, F1 News
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Fernando Alonso is returning to the Formula 1 grid after two years out of the sport this season, and is completely fit for pre-season testing despite his cycling accident earlier this year, according to his Alpine boss
Formula 1's returning two-time world champion Fernando Alonso is in his best shape and completely fit for pre-season testing this weekend.
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