Robert Kubica has defended the often divisive nature of Fernando Alonso’s character claiming it is what made him successful in Formula 1.
The Spaniard called time on his F1 career after 17 years at the end of 2018, with one of the main observations being his achievements over that time haven’t matched his immense talent.
Indeed, it is for that reason he has looked elsewhere to make his legacy in recent years, with becoming just the second driver to win motorsport’s ‘triple crown’ now his main career goal.
What is also often stated, however, is how Alonso has often caused disruption wherever he went, stemming from the problems alongside Lewis Hamilton at McLaren in 2007.
“Fernando Alonso has had the chance to win up to five world championships, but the reality is that there is always a mess wherever he is,” F1 legend Nelson Piquet told Spanish TV broadcaster La Sexta last year.
“He is a fantastic driver, but also one who generates a lot of problems and in the end everyone ends up leaving the team.”
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Kubica disagreed with the Brazilian, however, explaining the passion and drive that the 37-year-old is often misunderstood.
“Sometimes people confuse the desire to get better with arrogance or bad character,” the 2019 Williams driver reportedly told Movistar F1.
“Alonso has become world champion because of his strong character and he is not only one of the best drivers, but the best driver in Formula 1.”