Alonso “dreams big” and eyes Singapore GP F1 podium from fifth

The Spaniard admitted that the drying qualifying session had been stressful and joked that his risk-taking had not been good for his heart.

Crucially Alonso lines up ahead of the McLaren of Lando Norris, giving Alpine an edge in the ongoing battle for fourth in the World Championship.

The race marks Alonso’s 350th race start, making him the first driver in F1 history to reach that landmark.

“I think if it’s dry, it’s going to be difficult to overtake,” he said….