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Franchitti: Indy is going to be tough for Alonso
The Indianapolis 500 is the tightest of tightropes but Fernando Alonso will take the challenge and inevitable dangers in his stride when he makes his debut this month, according to three-times winner Dario Franchitti. The retired Scot warned the double Formula One world champion to expect the unexpected and approach the race with subtlety and mental discipline. Speaking to reporters at the McLaren factory, Franchitti saw the risk of serious injury as less of a concern for the 35-year-old Spaniard who has started 276 grands prix and is no stranger to accidents. 'He's a racing driver,' Franchitti said when asked how big a gamble Alonso was taking in missing Formula One's showcase Monaco...
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