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Alonso 'misses' racing in this year's Indianapolis 500

Fernando Alonso admits that he regrets missing out on a return to racing in the Indianapolis 500 this year. The two-time Formula 1world champion made his début in the world-famous event last year. He had been leading the race before being sidelined by an engine failure. This year Alonso has opted to enter the World Endurance Championship with Toyota. That's alongside his existing F1 duties at McLaren. It means there is no room in his busy schedule for another Indy 500 in 2018. "I miss being there, to be honest," he told reporters on Friday. "I will watch the race closely," he continued. "I follow every session they do, every test. I have a lot of friends there, I...
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