Ferrari back strongest Alonso
December 27, 2011 13:27:20 UK
Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo believes Sebastian Vettel is one of the best racers in Formula One but has described Fernando Alonso as the "strongest driver around".
Fernando Alonso will be targeting a third world title next year.Vettel has dominated the sport over the past two seasons, with back-to-back F1 Championships making the German the man to beat next year.
Ferrari struggled to compete last term, with Vettel in his Red Bull and the likes of Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button in their McLarens leading the way.
Di Montezemolo has hailed the current world champion but believes Alonso is still the best driver on the circuit.
He told Gazzetta dello Sport: "He's (Vettel) a smart lad. I like how he behaves, and if I have to choose between drivers with equal skill I'll always take the one with the better head.
"However, today I wouldn't trade Alonso for anyone, because in a race he's the strongest driver around."
Ferrari are 26.00 to land the Constructors' Championship in 2012, while Alonso is 4.50 to dethrone Sebastian Vettel and take the drivers' crown.
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