Homenagem emocionante de Alonso ao “mentor”: “Um dia muito triste”

Fernando Alonso

Para ganhar a Tríplice Coroa no automobilismo é preciso ser o melhor no GP de Mônaco, nas 24 Horas de Le Mans e na Indy 500. Apenas Graham Hill conseguiu vencer estes três eventos. Fernando Alonso ganhou dois, perdendo apenas a Indy 500. Em 2017, o espanhol liderou 27 voltas em Indianápolis antes de seu motor Honda falhar.

O forte desempenho de Alonso na famosa corrida deveu-se em parte a Gil de Ferran, que morreu na sexta-feira. No “X”, Alonso prestou uma emocionante homenagem ao brasileiro, que venceu a Indy 500 (em 2003).

“Estou sem palavras. É um dia muito triste. Obrigado pelos momentos que compartilhamos, por me ensinar de todo o coração como correr em ovais, e pelas inúmeras memórias que criamos juntos. Sentiremos sua falta Gil”, comentou.

Em comunicado no X, Stefano Domenicali, chefão da F1, escreveu: “Estou muito chocado e profundamente triste com a notícia de que perdemos Gil de Ferran. Ele era uma pessoa incrível e um verdadeiro campeão, e todos sentiremos muita falta dele. Nossos pensamentos estão com sua família neste momento muito triste”.

Enquanto isso, mais e mais equipes de F1 estão reagindo à morte do colega da McLaren, De Ferran. Williams, Haas, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Sauber e Mercedes já expressaram suas condolências.

We are shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Gil de Ferran, a huge figure in motorsport, who enjoyed many successes on the track as well as through his leadership roles later in his career in Formula 1. Our thoughts at this very sad time are with his beloved family… pic.twitter.com/LZR7GzSrPC

— Williams Racing (@WilliamsRacing) December 30, 2023

Everyone at McLaren Racing is shocked and deeply saddened to learn we have lost a beloved member of our McLaren family.

We send our deepest condolences to Gil de Ferran’s family, friends and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/vmyKil7I00

— McLaren (@McLarenF1) December 30, 2023

Everyone at Scuderia Ferrari is shocked and saddened at the sudden passing of Gil de Ferran who made a significant contribution to our sport.

He was a great racer and competitor and a friend to all who knew him. We offer our sincere condolences to his family and to our…

— Scuderia Ferrari (@ScuderiaFerrari) December 30, 2023

We join the motorsport community in mourning the loss of Gil de Ferran.

The thoughts of everyone at Haas F1 Team go out to his family, friends and Gil’s many fans around the world. https://t.co/YIyiqWgj7N

— MoneyGram Haas F1 Team (@HaasF1Team) December 30, 2023

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— Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake (@alfaromeostake) December 30, 2023

We’re all sending our love and support to Gil’s family, friends and everyone in the motorsport community that was lucky enough to know and work with him. 💚

— Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant F1 Team (@AstonMartinF1) December 30, 2023

Such sad news. Our heartfelt condolences to Gil’s family, friends and colleagues across the whole motorsport community. 🤍

— Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team (@MercedesAMGF1) December 30, 2023

Mais condolências de antigos companheiros:

I am shocked and devastated to hear of the loss of our great friend and teammate. I’ve raced with Gil all over the world and watched him win some of the biggest races. He’s been a great friend for over 20 years and will be greatly missed and never forgotten. My deepest… pic.twitter.com/vJBbnK650F

— Zak Brown (@ZBrownCEO) December 30, 2023

It was a pleasure to get to know Gil this year, he will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace https://t.co/KxdLEst7pt

— Oscar Piastri (@OscarPiastri) December 30, 2023

My heart sank at the news of Gil de Ferran’s death. It’s heart-wrenching. Thinking of him now and savoring every conversation. He will be missed by so many. A wonderful man and a dear and loyal friend. pic.twitter.com/aPVXjlKwY7

— Mario Andretti (@MarioAndretti) December 30, 2023

Godspeed Champ, fierce competitor and friend, you will be missed. pic.twitter.com/Zr4SkbcwMg

— Bryan Herta (@BryanHerta) December 30, 2023

Rest in peace to an absolute legend on and off the circuit❤️ Gil, I can’t believe what I just read. I just saw you a few weeks ago! 😞 Reminds me of how important it is to treasure friendship’s and moments you get with your loved ones. We miss you already.

— Pato O’Ward (@PatricioOWard) December 30, 2023

Que notícia triste Hoje . perdemos um irmão ! Pessoa maravilhosa gente boa d + e uma lenda no nosso automobilismo mundial. Va em paz Gil . Muita força a sua esposa, sua filha , seu filho e toda sua família e amigos. @GdeFerran . 🙏🏻
R.I.P Gil De Ferran pic.twitter.com/IUkAMlUpmr

— Felipe Massa (@MassaFelipe19) December 30, 2023

🇧🇷 Campeão, amigo, rival, mentor dentro e fora das pistas. Sem palavras para descrever esta perda. Descanse em paz meu amigo.

🇺🇸 Champion, friend, rival, mentor at the track and outside of it. I have no words to describe this loss. May you rest in peace my friend. pic.twitter.com/y8bkgjN49r

— Tony Kanaan (@TonyKanaan) December 30, 2023

One of the nicest guys I ever met. He made me laugh. He got it. Jesus, Gil, you left too soon. My sincere condolences to his lovely family and all who knew him (there are many, many, many) and all at McLaren. He was a fighter and a winner. Big loss. #f1 #Indy #McLaren #Indy500 pic.twitter.com/boV3laminZ

— Damon Hill (@HillF1) December 30, 2023

We remember Gil de Ferran. pic.twitter.com/DDmcBgIj3Z

— Team Penske (@Team_Penske) December 30, 2023