Fernando Alonso and Michael Schumacher set pulses racing in Spain

Date published : 03 Feb 2010 - 20:12:28

On Wednesday the queues on the motorway out of Valencia leading to the Ricardo Tormo circuit stretched back over 4km as 35,000 fans turned up to watch the third and final day. There was no doubting who they had come to watch. Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso was making his Ferrari bow and the Spaniard's presence, alongside that of seven-time champion Michael Schumacher, piqued local interest.  Related ArticlesF1 testing: ValenciaBarrichello's fears for RosbergSchumacher can win another titleCan Schumacher win the title at 41?Same Schumacher, same tricksSport on televisionThere was even a dash of celebrity with golf star Sergio Garcia driving 60km from Castellón to watch his friend in action for the Scuderia. "It is a great day," Garcia said. "I got to know Fernando quite well and I follow him when he is racing. I love F1." Alonso was non-committal regarding Ferrari's chances this season, despite the F10 going quickest on all three days of the test. "I think maybe if we topped the times the three days is related to fuel load or whatever," he said. "I'm very cautious. But I found the car easy to drive and I feel good. It was very emotional, my first time in a Ferrari."