At the moment when Zhou Guanyu signed for The Alpha Romeo F1 team, it was questioned by some fans and the media. F1 popularity king and two-time F1 world champion Fernando Alonso topped Zhou Guanyu to welcome China's first F1 driver.
Zhou Guanyu, as a driver at the Alpine Academy, intersects with world champion Alonso. Speaking about Chow's entry into F1, Alonso said: "Yes, I'm happy for him, he's a very good guy. “
"He's been with Alpine for a couple of years now and at the time of the test drive, we spent a couple of days together. Yes, last year, I was testing the old Renault car in preparation for the return to F1, and I spent a few days with Chow In Bahrain and Abu Dhabi. We got along well, had a good relationship and I was happy that he got the chance to play in F1. “
"Meanwhile, Antonio (Giovinaz) will be leaving F1, and that's what the sport is. Overall, it is very beneficial to both China (F1 market) and Zhou Guanyu. ”
"We look forward to playing with him and we will welcome him on board."
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