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Alonso admits 2020 return possible

Feb.28 Fernando Alonso has admitted he could return to formula one in 2020. During his visit to the Circuit de Catalunya for pre-season testing, McLaren announced that the former team driver will be an 'ambassador' this year. Alonso will also drive "at selected tests", the team revealed. "I will be a link between the drivers and the engineers," Alonso explained. However, contrary to speculation, Alonso ruled out driving the 2019 car before Melbourne. "At the moment every lap for Sainz and Norris is precious," he insisted. But Alonso said he might "sit in the car" later in the season, whilst also attending about half of the 21 grands prix....
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