McLaren's Fernando Alonso said his first experience of Indianapolis was "fun" as he passed his orientation and began testing for the Indy 500. The two-time world champion is missing the Monaco Grand Prix this month, where Jenson Button will return to Formula 1 to substitute for him, to race at Indianapolis. Alonso completed his mandatory 'rookie' test with flying colours before starting his preparations for the event on 28 May. "So far it is a good experience but now starts the real thing," Alonso said. Button sent his former McLaren team-mate a good-luck message on social media before the test session. Why is Alonso doing a 'rookie test'? All drivers who race at...
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