Fernando Alonso has spoken about the possibility of competing in the famous Indianapolis 500 race once again.
Alonso debuted at the famous race in 2017, skipping the Monaco Grand Prix amid a torrid season for McLaren.
In a partnership with McLaren, Andretti Autosport and Honda, Alonso was the centre of attention throughout the month and qualified in sixth place.
The Spaniard was in contention for the victory on race day before an engine issue forced him to retire.
Alonso returned to the event in 2019, free from F1 duties, but a series of mishaps throughout the event saw him bumped out of qualifying, denying him a spot on the starting grid.
In previous years, Alonso has shared his desire to win the Triple Crown of Motorsport – emerging victorious at the Monaco Grand Prix, the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Indy 500.
Only Graham Hill has won all three events.
But with only the Indy 500 left to check off for Alonso, the 41-year-old says he’s open to returning to the race – but says he would likely do other oval events in preparation.
“Yeah, it [the desire] is there, but I think the commitment it has to be really high and 100 per cent,” he told Sky F1. “There is a danger factor as well.
“So when I stopped Formula 1 to commit to Indy 500, the month of May there, and then those cars, I think small details can make a big difference there and I’m not maybe up to speed or not as prepared as they are and I have to admit that.
“So if I want to win Indy 500 I need [a] few attempts and maximum commitment and run a few ovals before the Indy 500.
“So I think when I stop Formula 1 this time, maybe I don’t want that commitment.”
The 2023 Indy 500 will take place later this month on May 28.
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