McLaren-Honda: Button happy to compete against Alonso in 2015
After long weeks of uncertainty, it is Jenson Button who will accompany Fernando Alonso at McLaren-Honda. The English driver is very happy with his appointment and to have the opportunity to work alongside the Spanish driver.
Jenson Button is satisfied to continue his career in F1 and to be Fernando Alonso’s teammate for the 2015 season at McLaren-Honda. He remains eager to compete. For the 2009 world champion, it means a lot to have a driver like Alonso by his side next season.
Last week McLaren finally unveiled its lineup for the 2015 season. For the Briton, it will be a great challenge to face Fernando Alonso, double world champion.
Running alongside Fernando really means a lot. I think we all know what he has accomplished in F1, and not just in terms of speed but also in the way he works within a team and the fact that he is always fighting. For me, having him as a teammate really means a lot. We have known each other since 2001, we were indeed teammates [at Renault] – I was a race driver, and he was a test driver, then he was promoted to race driver in my place the following season [in 2003]. So we know each other quite well, Button explained, as quoted by *Crash.net*.
Button reflects on the experienced duo he will form with Alonso for Honda’s return as an engine supplier alongside McLaren: « With 500 Grand Prix between us, I think we have good experience, and I believe we will play a major role in helping McLaren Honda achieve great things in the future. Racing alongside Fernando will be a big challenge, but an exciting challenge. I am very much looking forward to it. »
