Alonso says farewell to Viry

Fernando Alonso made a farewell visit to his team-mates in Viry-Châtillon yesterday.

After visiting his team-mates in Enstone last week, the young double world champion was in Viry yesterday to thank the 250 members of the team's factory one final time.

The atmosphere was friendly and jovial for the visit, just as Fernando wanted. Welcomed by thunderous applause, he began -- and to the surprise of many, he did so in nearly-perfect French