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Birthday.
Fernando Alonso Díaz was born in Oviedo, Asturias, on July 29, 1981. -
School.
From the age of four to fourteen he studied at the Santo Ángel de la Guarda school in Oviedo, where he attended primary school and EGB. -
First title.
At the age of seven, he won his first title in an official competition, the Asturias Children's Championship, winning all eight races in the event. -
Debut.
Ferrari became interested in him, reaching a verbal agreement with Jean Todt to act as a test driver and gain experience in Prost. -
Formula 1 World Drivers.
He twice won the Formula 1 World Drivers Championship in 2005 and 2006. -
Champion again.
It started in March with the Bahrain Grand Prix, in which Fernando Alonso would win. A week later, Alonso was second behind Giancarlo Fisichella, confirming Renault's good form. -
Where he lived.
Alonso lived in Oxford until 2006, when he moved to Lugano. The causes of the change of residence would be lower taxation, geographical location, security, technological development and first-rate health services. -
Foundation.
the Asturian driver created the Fernando Alonso Foundation to encourage and promote motor racing and projects aimed at road education. -
Renault.
Alonso announced his return to Renault for the season, having signed a contract with the French team. His teammate would be the Brazilian Nelson Piquet. -
First teams.
He competed for the Minardi, Renault, McLaren and Scuderia Ferrari teams. -
After Formula 1.
After retiring from Formula 1, Fernando Alonso continued to compete in motorsport, with the intention of taking part in iconic races. -
Return.
In July, his returned to the top flight with Renault is announced, replacing Daniel Ricciardo for the season.