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Alonso, Brown defend current McLaren era

Jun.21 Fernando Alonso has described 2018 as a "transition year" for McLaren. In recent days, rumours of a staff revolt at the British team have abounded, with former boss Martin Whitmarsh saying he is prepared to make a comeback. Whitmarsh is critical of current bosses Eric Boullier and Zak Brown, saying the former has failed to deliver a competitive car while Brown is looking too far beyond the F1 paddock. Alonso, though, said in Cannes after winning Le Mans that McLaren is on the right track. "We have improved compared to last year," he insisted. "We are not yet able to win the world championship, but we want to join the race for victories as soon as possible....
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