Formula One hero Fernando Alonso involved in road accident while out cycling

Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso has hospitalised after being hit by a vehicle while cycling in Switzerland, just a month before pre-season testing starts in Bahrain. 

According to a report by Gazzetta dello Sport, the two-time F1 world champion was struck by a car while out on a training ride near Lugano.

Alonso was taken to hospital following the accident, but is said to ‘conscious’ and ‘well in himself’.    

Formula 1 legend Fernando Alonso has been hospitalised after being hit by a car

A statement from the Alpine F1 squad said: ‘Alpine F1 Team can confirm that Fernando Alonso has been involved in a road accident while cycling in Switzerland.

‘Fernando is conscious and well in himself and is awaiting further medical examinations tomorrow morning.

‘Alpine F1 Team will not make any further statement at this point in time. Further updates will be given tomorrow.’

The 39-year-old double world champion is due to make his Formula One comeback this season after two years out of the sport. 

However, Gazzetta dello Sport have stated that Alonso may have suffered possible fractures – putting his return in huge doubt. 

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