10 of Fernando Alonso's top F1 moments

#6 Japan 2005 - Passing Schumacher at the 130R in Suzuka

A moment of sheer bravery from Alonso saw him complete a breathtaking overtaking move by somehow passing Schumacher’s Ferrari on the outside at Suzuka’s 130R left-hand turn.

It was an incredible piece of race craft and truly signalled the beginning of a new era in F1.

#5 Brazil 2006 - Winning his second & final title

F1 Grand Prix of Brazil

Perhaps the most significant of his two crowns after emerging victorious from a season-long duel with Schumacher.

Alonso had dominated the opening part of the season before a run of five wins in seven races put Schumacher level on points.

But the German’s retirement in the penultimate race in Japan meant he needed a miracle to overhaul Alonso in the final race at Brazil.

An early puncture for Schumacher, however, put an end to a thrilling battle with Alonso bringing his Renault home in second-place and securing another driver’s title.

Beating the old master set Alonso up as the rightful heir to his throne.

#4 Bahrain 2010 - Debut win for Ferrari

F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain - Race

A great start enabled Alonso to get the jump on new Ferrari teammate Felipe Massa for second-place.

The Spaniard then moved into the lead with 15 laps left, after Vettel’s Red Bull suffered a spark plug failure, to lead home a Ferrari 1-2.

It wasn’t the most spectacular of races, but sitting on the top of the podium in the red Ferrari suit was a dream of Alonso’s.