The 28th Formula 1 World Drivers' Champion was at the time the youngest ever. Just 24 years old, Fernando Alonso also led the Renault team to the 2005 Constructors' Championship, thus ending the reign of the Michael Schumacher-Ferrari combination that had dominated for so long. The precocious and personable youngster who made so much history so soon comfortably wore the crown - a bright, polished, perfectly poised new star. Confirmation of his brilliance came in 2006 when he successfully defended his title against strong opposition from Schumacher, whose subsequent retirement left Alonso well-placed to succeed him as Formula 1's resident superstar
On this day 5 years ago, Fernando Alonso announced his retirement from Formula 1. 5 years later, he is back and 3rd in WDC with several podiums, looking for his 33rd win : r/formula1
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