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Zhou reveals the sports legend behind his choice of #24

Alfa Romeo rookie Guanyu Zhou says the story behind his choice of #24 as his race number in Formula 1 involves a legend from a sport that was his first passion as a child. Next March in Bahrain, Zhou will make history when he becomes the first driver from China to line up on an F1 starting grid. As has been the tradition since 2014, any driver who debuts in F1 must choose an available race number before entering their first Grand Prix. For many, like Lewis Hamilton (44) or Max Verstappen (33), their number has become an inherent part of their image or brand. Read also: Zhou arrival in F1 a 'big bang to the system' - Vasseur There are often heartfelt stories behind the single or...
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